HUNG YEN, (Vietnam): A special commemorative postage stamp marking the 300th birth anniversary of renowned Vietnamese cultural figure Le Quy Don (1726–2026) was officially issued on Thursday (July 30) at the Hung Yen Provincial Convention Centre in Pho Hien Ward, Hung Yen Province.
The issuance ceremony was jointly organised by the Party Central Committee's Commission for Information, Education and Mass Mobilisation, the Ministry of Science and Technology, the Vietnam Academy of Social Sciences and the Hung Yen Provincial People's Committee.
Attending the launch ceremony were Trinh Van Quyet, Secretary of the Party Central Committee and Head of the Commission for Information, Education and Mass Mobilisation; Foreign Minister Le Hoai Trung; President of the Vietnam Academy of Social Sciences Le Van Loi; Hung Yen Provincial Party Secretary Pham Quang Ngoc; and Deputy Minister of Science and Technology Pham Duc Long.
The officials performed a special first-day cover signing ceremony and signed a commemorative stamp artwork.
Speaking at the event, Deputy Minister of Science and Technology Phạm Đức Long described Le Quy Don as one of Vietnam's most outstanding scholars of the 18th century. Beyond his reputation as an eminent polymath, Le Quy Don was also an accomplished poet, historian, philosopher, educator and diplomat.
With an extensive body of scholarly works, progressive ideas and significant contributions across multiple disciplines, he left behind a rich intellectual legacy that continues to hold enduring value for Vietnam's culture, science and education, Long said.
He noted that Le Quy Don's views on lifelong learning, nurturing talent, advancing knowledge and nation-building remain highly relevant today, particularly as Vietnam accelerates the development of science, technology, innovation and digital transformation.
According to the deputy minister, the special stamp issue aims to honour Le Quy Don's life, achievements and lasting contributions to Vietnam's cultural, historical, educational and academic heritage, while promoting the nation's long-standing tradition of learning, respect for knowledge and aspirations for creativity and national development among both domestic and international audiences.
Designed in a contemporary graphic style, the stamp features the statue of Le Quy Don at his memorial site as its central image. The background incorporates stylised architectural elements of the memorial complex, creating visual depth while drawing attention to the scholar's portrait.
Its minimalist yet expressive design, elegant colour palette and balanced composition highlight the calm demeanour, profound intellect and noble character of one of Vietnam's greatest scholars.
Beyond commemorating Le Quy Don's life and legacy, the stamp also conveys a message celebrating the nation's tradition of learning, respect for knowledge and spirit of innovation, which remain essential to Vietnam’s sustainable development. - Vietnam News/ANN
