At the National Funeral Home in Hanoi, a vintage Toyota Crown with license plate 80B-2089, which had served General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong for decades, was present as part of the solemn proceedings on July 25.
This car symbolizes his frugality and dedication to public service, reflecting his modest lifestyle. The car served the General Secretary from his time as Hanoi Party Secretary to his roles as Chairman of the National Assembly, General Secretary, and President. Throughout these years, the Toyota Crown has been a constant presence, taking him to various public events and engagements.
Many people who came to pay their respects to the General Secretar recognized the car and took photos, preserving the memory of an object closely associated with the Party Leader.
Nguyen Duc Ha, former Director of the Party Organization Department of the Central Organization Committee, recalled that during the 12th term, the Party Central Committee's office proposed replacing the Toyota Crown due to its age and extensive use. However, However, the General Secretary declined, stating that the car was still in good condition. He believed that replacing the car would incur unnecessary expenses, preferring to use the existing vehicle for short trips around Hanoi.
The national funeral for General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong is organized on July 25-26. In Hanoi, the memorial service is held at the National Funeral Home at No. 5 Tran Thanh Tong and his hometown in Dong Anh District. In Ho Chi Minh City, the service was conducted at the Thong Nhat Hall. Mourners were required to present identification or use the VNeID app upon arrival.
Tran Thuong - Pham Hai
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