Human Qualities and Development Strategy in Ho Chi Minh’s Thought

Abstract

The Vietnamese people embody the crystallization of national culture, preserving a unique identity that reflects both enduring strengths and historical limitations. This vitality has enabled the nation to maintain distinctiveness amid challenges and transformations. In the current context of comprehensive renewal, developing Vietnamese culture and people is not only a cultural task but also a strategic imperative, requiring balance between modernization and safeguarding tradition while actively engaging in global integration. Central to this process is the human being both the ultimate goal and the driving force of development. Nurturing individuals with intellectual, moral, cultural, and creative qualities is therefore essential for national prosperity and international cooperation. From this perspective, Ho Chi Minh’s thought on human development offers enduring guidance. His vision of holistic cultivation emphasizing moral integrity, intellectual growth, independence with solidarity, and adaptability remains highly relevant, providing both theoretical orientation and practical solutions for Vietnam’s sustainable development in the global era.