Thousands of people in Hanoi participated in the "Moving Forward with Vietnam" program, August 16, 2025. (Photo: Huy Nam/VOV1)

Themed "a billion steps into the new era", the nationwide program mobilized citizens to walk one billion steps for better health, solidarity, and the aspirations of a transforming Vietnam.

Addressing the event, Deputy Minister of Public Security Tran Quoc To said: "By engaging millions of citizens, cadres, and soldiers and embracing the motto “One Hour, One Billion Steps for a Healthy, United, and Progressive Vietnam”, the program powerfully reaffirms a revitalized, cohesive nation poised to enter a new era of development with renewed stature and spirit.

Participants look radiant in red shirts with yellow star. (Photo: Huy Nam/VOV1)

In Da Nang, the program attracted 5,700 participants, including police forces, militia members, young people, and local residents.

Le Quang Minh, a grassroots security officer from An Hai Ward, who took part in the event, said: "I am very honored to be here today. The program creates a heroic atmosphere and strong solidarity among us. It also fosters a proud Vietnamese spirit, uniting us to step into a new era of development and success."

In Dak Lak province, over 2,000 people and armed forces participated in a 2,000-meter run at March 10 Square on Saturday, in response to the program.