Hanoi, Sept. 4 -- The UK's The Independent has published a prominent article on Vietnam's 80th National Day celebrations (September 2, 1945 - 2025), describing it as the country's largest military parade in decades. The paper reported that "crowds began arriving in Hanoi days in advance, and thousands camped on sidewalks Monday night to secure viewing spots." The article noted that Vietnamese Party General Secretary To Lam paid tribute to those who died in the fight for independence and reiterated the ruling party's goal that by 2045 Vietnam will be a "powerful, prosperous and happy nation," calling it "the aspiration of the entire nation, the oath of honor before history". Detailing the parade, the newspaper highlighted the impressive ma...