At the opening speech, President of the Vietnam Cooperative Union Cao Xuan Thu Van emphasized that President Ho Chi Minh's letter was not only a call to action but also laid the foundation for a humanistic economic model, awakening the spirit of unity and the nation's aspiration for self-reliance. From simple communal work, the collective economic sector has developed strongly, becoming an important factor in macroeconomic development and ensuring social security. According to Cao Xuan Thu Van, the 80th anniversary is not just a time to look back on the past but also a moment to awaken the spirit of action, promoting cooperatives into a new phase of development, innovation, creativity, and international integration. Honoring 100 exemplary cooperatives with the "CoopStar Awards" and "Mai An Tiem" awards is evidence of the region's growing management capacity, entrepreneurial spirit, and competitiveness. Looking ahead, the Vietnam Cooperative Union calls on each cooperative to focus ...