Former State President Tran Duc Luong Passes Away at Age 88

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Former State President Tran Duc Luong passed away on May 20, 2025, at the age of 88, due to old age and severe illness, leaving behind a legacy of significant contributions to the nation. Born on May 5, 1937, in Quang Ngai province, Luong joined the revolution in February 1955 and was admitted to the Communist Party of Vietnam in 1959. He held various high-ranking positions, including Politburo member, President of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam, and Chairman of the Council for National Defence and Security. Luong's funeral will be held as a national mourning, reflecting the great loss to the Party, State, and people.

Key Takeaways:

  • Tran Duc Luong, former State President of Vietnam, passed away on May 20, 2025, at the age of 88, due to old age and severe illness.
  • Luong joined the revolution in February 1955 and was admitted to the Communist Party of Vietnam on December 19, 1959.
  • He held various high-ranking positions, including Politburo member, President of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam, and Chairman of the Council for National Defence and Security.
  • Luong's funeral will be held with national mourning etiquette, reflecting the Party, State, and people's great loss.
  • He was conferred with the Gold Star Order, the 65-year Party membership badge, and many other noble orders, medals, awards, and titles.
  • Luong's contributions to the nation spanned over 50 years, with his passing being a significant loss to Vietnam.

Statistics:

  • Luong was born on May 5, 1937, and passed away on May 20, 2025, at the age of 88.
  • He was admitted to the Communist Party of Vietnam on December 19, 1959.
  • Luong held leadership positions for over 40 years, including 20 years as President of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam.
  • He was conferred with the Gold Star Order, the 65-year Party membership badge, and 12 other noble orders, medals, awards, and titles.

Sources:

  • Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee
  • National Assembly of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam
  • State President of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam
  • Government of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam
  • Vietnam Fatherland Front Central Committee