By creatively applying these lessons, Điện Biên today is actively promoting its revolutionary traditions, seamlessly weaving socio-economic development with the consolidation of national defense and security to build a resilient “people’s heart” posture at the nation’s frontier.

As a brilliant chapter in the history of both Vietnam and the world, the 1975 Great Spring Victory stands as a testament to the wisdom and strategic mastery of the Party in leading a revolutionary war. It serves as a permanent reminder of the Vietnamese people’s indomitable spirit against foreign invasion, successfully concluding 21 years of resistance against the US and 30 years of national liberation struggle. This monumental event brought the country under one roof, allowing both the North and the South to embark together on the path toward socialism.

For the heroic land of Điện Biên, upholding this spirit is not just a historical tribute but a practical imperative in the modern era. On the very soil that once hosted the victory that “resounded across five continents and shook the earth,” the traditional determination to fight and win has been transformed into an endogenous strength to protect national border sovereignty. With a national border stretching 455.573km, Điện Biên occupies a strategically vital position, necessitating that national defense remains a primary and constant mission.

Over the years, the provincial Military Command has shown remarkable growth by proactively researching and mastering the local situation to effectively advise on defense tasks. The province focuses on building an all-people national defense and a solid defense area, ensuring that military units are “exemplary and typical” while remaining absolutely loyal to the Party, the State, and the people. The provincial armed forces act as the core in synchronizing national defense with people’s security and border protection.

Training and combat readiness are maintained with utmost seriousness, focusing on a philosophy of being “basic, practical, and solid,” which is tailored specifically to the harsh climate and rugged mountainous terrain of the border. This military training is integrated with political education to forge disciplined and resilient soldiers. Beyond the standing forces, the province focuses on streamlining its organization to be “lean, compact, and strong” while maintaining a widespread militia and a robust reserve force ready for any situation. In 2025, the military successfully advised on the establishment of 45 communal military service councils and met 100% of its recruitment target with 850 citizens joining the ranks, while already preparing registrations for the 2026 intake.

The effectiveness of these defense strategies is most visible at the grassroots level, such as in Điện Biên Phủ ward, where training quality is continuously enhanced to ensure the militia can handle any situation starting from the local level. Colonel Nguyễn Văn Lượng, Commander of the Điện Biên Phủ ward Military Command, emphasizes that training focuses on political mettle and technical tactics, turning the militia into a core force for maintaining political security and social order.

Furthermore, the provincial armed forces are deeply involved in mass mobilization work, helping residents with economic development, poverty reduction, and disaster response. By encouraging citizens to follow the law and reject divisive rhetoric, the military strengthens the bond of trust between the people and the State. This sentiment is echoed by Thào A Hua, head of Noong É village in Mường Nhà commune, who believes that protecting the border is a shared responsibility of every villager. He notes that guarding each border marker is equivalent to preserving the life and future of the next generation.

More than half a century after the 1975 Great Spring Victory, that triumphant spirit remains a powerful spiritual engine. In the heroic land of Điện Biên, this legacy is being translated into a solid “people’s heart” posture, contributing to the protection of the nation’s frontiers and ensuring the successful cause of building and defending Vietnam.