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Thousands brave rain for rehearsal parade in Ho Chi Minh City

VOV.VN - Despite heavy rain on April 25 evening, thousands of residents and tourists in Ho Chi Minh City patiently stood in the rain to witness a rehearsal of the military-civil parade in celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Liberation of the South and National Reunification (April 30, 1975 – 2025).

1._thousands_brave_rain_for_rehearsal_parade_in_ho_chi_minh_city.jpg — The rehearsal takes solemnly and magnificently in the city centre, featuring participation from various forces, including the military, police, militia, self-defense units, armed forces, youth volunteers, students, and public organisations.

2._thousands_brave_rain_for_rehearsal_parade_in_ho_chi_minh_city.jpg — The marching contingents vividly reflect the proud and heroic historical journey of Vietnam, while also honouring the country’s achievements in national construction and development over the past half-century.

3._thousands_brave_rain_for_rehearsal_parade_in_ho_chi_minh_city.jpg — Though the weather is unfavourable, crowds eagerly line major roads and streets such as Le Duan, Nam Ky Khoi Nghia, and Pasteur, bringing raincoats, umbrellas, mobile phones, and cameras to capture these meaningful moments.

4._thousands_brave_rain_for_rehearsal_parade_in_ho_chi_minh_city.jpg — The emotional and patriotic atmosphere that fills the city centre stands as a powerful testament to the enduring spirit of patriotism and national pride among the people.

5._thousands_brave_rain_for_rehearsal_parade_in_ho_chi_minh_city.jpg — The commemorative ceremony is scheduled to take place at 06:30 A.M. on April 30 at Le Duan Boulevard in front of the Independence Palace.

6._thousands_brave_rain_for_rehearsal_parade_in_ho_chi_minh_city.jpg — A highlight of the ceremony will be a national - level military parade at 08:00A.M., with the participation of armed forces and police units of Vietnam alongside visiting troops from China, Laos and Cambodia.

7._thousands_brave_rain_for_rehearsal_parade_in_ho_chi_minh_city.jpg — An Air Force flyover will feature helicopters, YAK-130 aircraft and Su-30MK2 fighter jets.

8._thousands_brave_rain_for_rehearsal_parade_in_ho_chi_minh_city.jpg — The entire programme will be aired live via the national radio and TV broadcasting system.

9._thousands_brave_rain_for_rehearsal_parade_in_ho_chi_minh_city.jpg — There will be fireworks shows, art performances, exhibitions, or community events happening around the city.

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