Emblem of Vietnam

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Emblem of Vietnam
Emblem of Vietnam
Emblem of Vietnam.svg
ArmigerSocialist Republic of Vietnam
Adopted1955


The Emblem of Vietnam (Template:Lang-vi) is the official national emblem of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam. It was adopted on November 30, 1955, and has been in use since the establishment of the Democratic Republic of Vietnam.

Design[edit | edit source]

The emblem features a circular design with a red background, symbolizing the Vietnamese flag. In the center, there is a yellow five-pointed star, representing the leadership of the Communist Party of Vietnam and the unity of the Vietnamese people. Surrounding the star are two rice ears, which symbolize the importance of agriculture in the country. Below the star, there is a cogwheel, representing the industrial sector and the working class. The cogwheel and rice ears are tied together by a red ribbon with the inscription "Cộng hòa Xã hội chủ nghĩa Việt Nam" (Socialist Republic of Vietnam).

History[edit | edit source]

The emblem was designed during the period of the First Indochina War when the Democratic Republic of Vietnam was established. The design was influenced by the Soviet Union's emblem and other socialist countries' symbols. The emblem was officially adopted on November 30, 1955, and has remained unchanged since the reunification of Vietnam in 1976.

Symbolism[edit | edit source]

  • The red background: Represents the bloodshed and sacrifices made during the struggle for independence.
  • The yellow star: Symbolizes the leadership of the Communist Party of Vietnam and the unity of the Vietnamese people.
  • The rice ears: Represent the agricultural foundation of the country.
  • The cogwheel: Symbolizes the industrial sector and the working class.
  • The red ribbon: Bears the name of the country, emphasizing national pride and unity.

Usage[edit | edit source]

The emblem is used on various official documents, government buildings, and publications. It is also featured on the Vietnamese passport and other identification documents. The emblem is a symbol of national sovereignty and pride for the Vietnamese people.

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