Digital platform unveiled in Hanoi to celebrate 80th anniversary of the nation
The A80 – Proud of Vietnam digital platform, unveiled by Ha Noi on August 8, 2025, is a comprehensive and engaging digital initiative designed to celebrate the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution and National Day[1][2]. This platform serves as the central hub for both Vietnamese citizens and international visitors, offering seamless access to a wide range of national events[1][4].
Key features of the A80 platform include:
- Accessibility: Users can access the platform via the website (https://a80.hanoi.gov.vn) and a mobile app, available on the App Store and Google Play[1][2][3].
- Real-time Updates: The platform provides real-time updates on event schedules, traffic conditions, security measures, healthcare services, and live broadcasts of parades and cultural events[1][2][4].
- AI Chatbot: An AI chatbot acts as a virtual assistant, offering instant guidance on events, directions, reminders, and answers to user queries[1][3].
- Interactive Digital Map: The platform features an interactive digital map highlighting event venues, amenities such as restrooms, medical stations, water points, rest and dining areas, and live LED screen locations for easy navigation during celebrations[1][3].
- Social Media Connectivity: The platform encourages community participation and public engagement through social media connectivity[1][3].
- Multimedia Library: A rich multimedia library includes images, videos, behind-the-scenes stories, and community-shared moments from across the country[1][2][5].
- User-friendly Interface: The platform boasts a user-friendly interface designed in vibrant red and yellow, symbolic of the Vietnamese national colors, featuring an iconic image of President Hồ Chí Minh delivering the 1945 Declaration of Independence[1][2][3][5].
- Scientifically and Intuitively Arranged Sections: The sections within the platform are arranged in a manner that facilitates easy navigation through events, media, and maps[3].
The platform's purposes are multifaceted. It serves as the official information portal for the array of national events happening around the 80th anniversary, ensuring easy, centralized access to timely and accurate information[1][4]. It also aims to enhance user experience during the celebrations by integrating smart technology with humane design, making event participation seamless and enjoyable[3].
Moreover, the platform fosters national pride and public engagement by connecting users via social media and sharing patriotic content that celebrates Vietnam’s history and identity[1][3]. It acts as a digital cultural declaration and symbol of modern Hanoi, showcasing the capital city’s role as a creative, globally connected, and innovative cultural center[1][3].
Finally, the platform assists logistics and safety, including traffic management and healthcare provisions, helping citizens and visitors navigate the celebrations safely[1][4][5]. In essence, A80 – Proud of Vietnam is both an event information platform and a cultural-tech initiative aimed at celebrating the nation’s history, engaging the community, and demonstrating Hanoi’s commitment to innovation and cultural heritage during a landmark national celebration[1][3][4][5].
- The A80 platform, a digital cultural declaration, integrates AI technology with smart home devices and gadgets, offering an AI chatbot as a virtual assistant for events, directions, and answers to user queries.
- In addition to providing real-time updates on events, traffic conditions, and security measures, the platform features an interactive digital map highlighting event venues, amenities, and live LED screen locations, ensuring a user-friendly experience for international visitors and Vietnamese citizens.
- The platform, designed to celebrate the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution and National Day, also promotes cultural exchange by showcasing a multimedia library filled with images, videos, and community-shared moments from across the country, fostering national pride and public engagement.
- Beyond serving as a comprehensive information resource for the 80th anniversary celebrations, the A80 platform is equipped with features such as social media connectivity and healthcare services, prioritizing the health and safety of all users during the events.
