People’s security front: 20 years of building trust in Điện Biên

ĐBP - It has been 20 years since the “All people protect national security” movement was launched in Điện Biên province. Over that time, the campaign has spread widely and taken root across communities, from the provincial capital to remote border villages. It has become a bright spot in strengthening grassroots security, helping maintain political stability and public order.

In recent years, the provincial Party Committee, People’s Council, People’s Committee and Việt Nam Fatherland Front Committee of Điện Biên have given strong leadership to implementing the Party and State’s policies on public security. The provincial police have stayed close to the grassroots, chosen effective ways of outreach, and mobilized citizens to participate. The campaign has been closely tied to other movements such as “All people unite to build a cultural life” and “Joining hands to build new rural areas”, creating strong community impact and raising public awareness of protecting security from the ground up.

Every year, the “All people protect national security” festive day is held with solemn ceremonies and festive activities. Local events draw large crowds of officials and residents, with vibrant performances, sports, and forums where police listen to citizens’ opinions. Activities such as campaigns to collect weapons and explosives, or giving gifts to disadvantaged families, have strengthened community consensus and solidarity.

In Mường Phăng commune, the 2025 celebration was held in a lively, warm atmosphere. From early morning, residents flocked to the commune center along streets decorated with flags, flowers, and banners. Pride shone on people’s faces as they joined the festival. Ethnic dances, the sound of the Mông khèn flute, and enthusiastic applause created a spirited scene of cultural identity and unity. People also directly shared their concerns and suggestions for building a safer, more prosperous community.

The Điện Biên Phủ ward Police, Điện Biên province, working with local security teams to raise public legal awareness.

The movement has continued to expand. Across the province, more than 1,440 grassroots security teams with over 4,300 members are operating effectively. Initiatives such as neighborhood security cameras, fire-prevention networks, and “crime- and drug-free residential areas” have been widely replicated. Police, as the core force, work with local organizations to provide legal education and awareness campaigns on issues like drug crime, human trafficking, illegal weapons, immigration management, and border security. Each citizen is seen as a “soldier” in safeguarding their own community.

In the past, Nà Tấu commune was a security hotspot with theft and drug problems. Thanks to close leadership from the Party Committee and local authorities, along with strong cooperation between police and residents, the situation has improved significantly.

Major Lò Văn Thiêm, head of Nà Tấu commune police, said: “Building on past results, after restructuring the local government system, we assigned officers directly to villages to monitor the situation and listen to residents. Issues raised by the people are taken seriously and resolved thoroughly.”

The cooperation between the police and the provincial Việt Nam Fatherland Front has been reinforced through practical movements such as “All people unite to build cultural life in residential areas”, “Joining hands for new-style rural development and civilized urban areas”, “Working together to eliminate temporary housing”, and “Leave no one behind”. These activities not only strengthen social consensus but also lay a sustainable foundation for grassroots security.

According to Pờ Diệu Ninh, Vice Chairwoman of the provincial Việt Nam Fatherland Front Committee, in the first six months of 2025, the organization held 578 voter meetings with over 42,000 participants, gathering more than 1,200 opinions and petitions. Nearly 1,460 mediation groups with 8,000 mediators were set up, successfully resolving 176 out of 207 disputes, an 85 percent success rate. Complaints and denunciations were also promptly addressed, strengthening public trust.

The provincial Việt Nam Fatherland Front Committee and its member organizations have also mobilized people to sustain and expand community crime-prevention models such as “Peaceful clans”, “Safe villages”, “Self-managed security groups”, and “Drug-free families and neighborhoods”. These models not only raise awareness but also build grassroots core teams that promote security, family happiness, and community stability.

Over two decades, the “All people protect national security” movement in Điện Biên has become a powerful demonstration of unity in safeguarding the nation. It has driven local innovation in security work, ensured stability, and contributed to building a richer, more modern, and civilized homeland.

Minh Thảo
Comment

You have 500/500 characters left

Please enter 5 or more characters!!!

Recent news

  • 'Forming habit of saving electricity

    Forming habit of saving electricity

    ECONOMY -
    ĐBP - Unplugging electrical appliances after use, regularly inspecting and replacing substandard devices to limit power loss... have become a habit for many households. Small changes in daily activities are contributing to shaping a thrifty lifestyle and more efficient electricity consumption.
  • 'Peace by banks of Đà River

    Peace by banks of Đà River

    TRAVEL -
    ĐBP - Amidst the majestic mountainous scenery, the Dao ethnic villages in Tủa Thàng commune nestle by the peaceful Đà River.
  • 'Điện Biên youths active in “Exam Season Support” campaign

    Điện Biên youths active in “Exam Season Support” campaign

    SOCIAL AFFAIRS -
    ĐBP - The 2026 High School Graduation Exam has entered its final testing day, closing the 12-year academic journey of the candidates. Throughout the exam period, at various exam locations across Điện Biên province, the blue color of volunteer youths’s shirts has constantly accompanied the candidates with many practical support activities, fueling them with motivation to confidently complete this important exam.
  • 'Changing mindsets: Mông communities move away from child marriage

    Changing mindsets: Mông communities move away from child marriage

    SOCIAL AFFAIRS -
    ĐBP - Child marriage was once a persistent issue in many Mông villages across Điện Biên province. However, thanks to the concerted efforts of the entire political system and the pioneering role of grassroots Party members, public awareness is gradually changing, helping to eliminate outdated marriage customs.
  • 'Protecting children with concrete actions

    Protecting children with concrete actions

    SOCIAL AFFAIRS -
    ĐBP - Free health check-ups, life skills training, accident, injury, and drowning prevention, alongside creating healthy and safe playgrounds for children... These practical activities are being widely deployed by all levels, sectors, and localities across Điện Biên province. Through concrete actions, Điện Biên is step-by-step building a safe and healthy environment for children to be cared for, protected, and comprehensively developed.
  • 'Unleashing innovation and creativity through labor excellence

    Unleashing innovation and creativity through labor excellence

    ECONOMY -
    ĐBP - In recent years, the emulation movement “Good labor, creative labor” has spread widely among officials, trade union members, and workers across Điện Biên province. Drawing from their day-to-day work, many innovative initiatives and practical solutions have been developed and applied, contributing to higher labor productivity and improved business performance. Today, the movement continues to affirm its important role in promoting innovation and creativity, making significant contributions to the effectiveness of government agencies, institutions, and enterprises.
  • 'Ensuring seeds and agricultural supplies for crop season

    Ensuring seeds and agricultural supplies for crop season

    NEWS - POLITICS -
    ĐBP - To complete the 2026 crop season production targets in Điện Biên province, alongside taking the initiative in irrigation water sources, seasonal frameworks, and synchronously applying technical measures, the preparation of crop seeds and agricultural supplies is also being focused on early by the agricultural sector, local authorities, and businesses.
  • 'Reclaiming names for heroic martyrs

    Reclaiming names for heroic martyrs

    NEWS - POLITICS -
    ĐBP - The war has long receded, yet thousands of martyrs’ graves remain unidentified. With a deep sense of responsibility and gratitude, Điện Biên province is urgently deploying the sampling, digitization, and handover of martyr remains for DNA testing, opening up hope to reclaim names for the heroic children who fell for the Fatherland.
  • 'Meaningful summer journeys through revolutionary heritage sites

    Meaningful summer journeys through revolutionary heritage sites

    TRAVEL -
    ĐBP - From the very beginning of the summer holiday, historical sites across Điện Biên province have become popular destinations for families, students, veterans, and tourists. These revolutionary heritage sites associated with the historic Điện Biên Phủ Victory are no longer confined to the pages of history books. Through artifacts, stories, and preserved battlefield spaces, they offer visitors valuable educational experiences, meaningful insights, and unforgettable emotions.
  • 'RoK’s Happy Area Development Fund (FAD) works in Điện Biên province

    RoK’s Happy Area Development Fund (FAD) works in Điện Biên province

    FOREIGN AFFAIRS -
    ĐBP - On June 10, at the Điện Biên provincial Department of Home Affairs, a delegation from the Happy Area Development Fund (FAD) of the Republic of Korea (RoK), led by Moon Huyn, Chairman of FAD, held a working session with several relevant departments, sectors, and units of the province to exchange and discuss future cooperation contents.
  • 'Zero tolerance for unsafe food in Điện Biên province

    Zero tolerance for unsafe food in Điện Biên province

    SOCIAL AFFAIRS -
    ĐBP - The 2026 Action Month for Food Safety, together with a peak campaign to strengthen food safety inspections, has been vigorously implemented across Điện Biên province. Functional forces have simultaneously intensified inspections and tightened market controls, demonstrating their determination to protect public health and prevent unsafe food products from entering the market.