Honor and congratulations to the people's teachers and outstanding teachers. Photo: Thanh Tung/VNA

Hanoi's plans aim to raise education standards to meet international standards and establish Hanoi as a global learning metropolis, said Tran The Cuong, Director of the Hanoi Department of Education and Training.

Cuong was speaking at a ceremony celebrating the Hanoi Department of Education and Training's 70th anniversary and the 42nd anniversary of Vietnam Teacher’s Day at the National Convention Center, where it received the First-Class Labor Medal on November 12.

The event honored Hanoi’s educators, with several teachers receiving the titles of "People's Teacher" and "Outstanding Teacher" from the President.

Cuong highlighted the transformation of the sector over the past seven decades and paid tribute to the dedication of generations of educators. Under their guidance, Hanoi's education sector has become a national leader, providing essential human resources for Vietnam's development.

Minister Nguyen Kim Son stressed the value of a respectful and aesthetic learning environment, emphasizing safe, caring schools free of social problems. In keeping with the ideals of an international center of learning, he urged Hanoi's educators to set an example of elegance and dignity.

The event highlighted Hanoi's commitment to strengthening education, not only as a national leader but also as a city striving to meet global standards. With sustained investment in infrastructure and teacher training, Hanoi is well-positioned to build a generation that can meet the demands of a globalized world.

The city leads in national and international academic competitions, with students winning 2,200 national awards and 200 international medals since 2008. About 80% of public schools meet national standards.

Seventy years ago, Hanoi's education sector had only 96 primary schools and 4 secondary schools, educating about 20% of the city's children. Over the years, the sector has grown steadily, overcoming challenges during the anti-American war when schools were evacuated to rural areas. Many teachers even went to the battlefield. After reunification, Hanoi launched major reforms, achieving universal primary education by 1990 and lower secondary education by 1999.

The ceremony was attended by key officials, including Secretary of the Hanoi Party Committee Bui Thi Minh Hoai, Minister of Education Nguyen Kim Son, and Chairman of the Hanoi People's Committee Tran Sy Thanh, as well as over 3,500 teachers and students.