The delegation included: Member of the Standing Committee of the Party Committee, Deputy Governor of the State Bank of Vietnam, and Chairman of the Vietnam Banking Trade Union Pham Tien Dung; representatives from the Party Committee of the State Bank of Vietnam, the Vietnam Banking Trade Union, the Office of the State Bank of Vietnam, the Personnel and Organization Department, and the State Bank of Vietnam Branch 3; and leaders from four state-owned commercial banks (Vietcombank, VietinBank, BIDV, and Agribank), the Vietnam Social Policy Bank, and the Vietnam Deposit Insurance Corporation.

Attending the program, on behalf of Son La province were: Mr. Nguyen Dinh Viet, Deputy Secretary of the Provincial Party Committee and Chairman of the Provincial People's Committee; Mr. Vi Duc Tho, Member of the Standing Committee of the Provincial Party Committee and Permanent Vice Chairman of the Provincial People's Council; along with representatives from the Provincial Fatherland Front Committee, the Office, departments, agencies, Party committees, government officials, and representatives of the households receiving gifts.

Governor Nguyen Thi Hong speaks at a social welfare program in Bac Yen commune.

Speaking at the gift-giving ceremony, Governor Nguyen Thi Hong stated: The Party and State have set forth the policy of rapid and sustainable development linked to progress, fairness, and civilization, ensuring that "no one is left behind." Based on this, the Party and State have implemented many socio-economic development policies, especially in remote areas and areas inhabited by ethnic minorities. As a result, the multidimensional poverty rate has decreased significantly. In Son La, with the attention of the Party and State leaders, the Party Committee and the provincial government, the poverty rate in the province has decreased rapidly, although it remains high compared to the national average.

The Governor also added that the recent 14th National Party Congress was a great success, and the Resolution included a very important point: development must go hand in hand with social welfare, paying attention to and caring for the lives of the people, especially in remote areas and areas inhabited by ethnic minorities.

Governor Nguyen Thi Hong and Chairman of the Son La Provincial People's Committee Nguyen Dinh Viet witnessed the handover of social welfare benefits between Deputy Governor Pham Tien Dung and Vice Chairman of the Vietnam Fatherland Front Committee of Son La province Hoang Thi Luong Tam.

In line with the Party and State's policies, the banking sector has continuously strived to fulfill its political nhiệm vụ over the years, contributing to maintaining macroeconomic stability, supporting economic growth, and controlling inflation; actively mobilizing capital and providing funds to businesses and households to support production and business activities; and leading the way in applying science and technology, digital transformation, and developing products and services for businesses and people. As a result, many people in remote areas have been able to borrow capital and access banking products and services conveniently.

Furthermore, with a spirit of mutual support and compassion, the banking sector has a tradition of implementing social welfare programs and supporting the community, such as assisting the poor, women, children, and vulnerable groups. Particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic, natural disasters, and floods, the banking sector implemented policies to waive or reduce interest and fees, providing support to businesses and individuals to overcome difficulties. Simultaneously, the banking sector has also been a pioneer in participating in the movement to eliminate temporary and dilapidated housing launched by the Prime Minister.

Delegates and household representatives attend the social welfare program in Bac Yen commune.

Expressing his gratitude and appreciation for the provincial leaders' concern and efforts in economic development and ensuring social welfare in the province during the upcoming Lunar New Year 2026, the Governor hoped that the banking sector would join hands with the province in implementing social welfare work; and express his gratitude for the contributions of policy beneficiary families and those who have rendered meritorious services to the revolution in the province.

The Governor stated that although the gifts were not large, they reflected the deep meaning and affection of the banking sector towards the people of Son La province; and expressed hope that these gifts would contribute to the province's efforts to ensure that the people in the area have a joyful, warm, and happy Tet holiday.

Chairman of Son La Provincial People's Committee Nguyen Dinh Viet speaks at the social welfare program.

On behalf of the Provincial Party Committee, the Provincial People's Council, the Provincial People's Committee, and the Provincial Fatherland Front Committee, Mr. Nguyen Dinh Viet, Deputy Secretary of the Provincial Party Committee and Chairman of the Provincial People's Committee of Son La province, expressed his gratitude to the Governor and the system of commercial banks in the province for their support in socio-economic development, sustainable poverty reduction, and ensuring social security in the province over the past years. Appreciating the sentiments and gifts from the Governor and the delegation to policy beneficiary households and poor households, Mr. Nguyen Dinh Viet stated that this is a great source of encouragement, helping people gain more confidence and motivation to overcome difficulties, stabilize their lives, and rise out of poverty sustainably.

Some photos from the event.