What is the meaning of March 2? What are the holidays in March? In March, what are the public holidays in which teachers in Vietnam are entitled to fully paid days off?

What is the meaning of March 2? What are the holidays in March?

According to the Perpetual Calendar for March 2025:

March 2, 2025, falls on Sunday, February 3, 2024, in the lunar calendar.

March 2 is a regular weekend day in the year, but it also holds some special events and significance both domestically and in some places worldwide. To be specific:

(1) Domestic events on March 2

- March 2, 1885 – The Battle of Hoa Moc between French troops and Chinese troops besieging Tuyen Quang citadel.

- March 2, 1926, Students from Hue Practical Engineering School marched to the Central Commissioner’s Office presenting three demands: Improving the curriculum - Not humiliating students - Improving student life. The colonial government promised to accept the demands while deploying troops to suppress. Students persisted in strike action, extending the struggle. Eventually, the colonial government conceded.

- March 2, 1930: Nguyen Ai Quoc wrote a letter to the International Communist reporting on the establishment of the Communist Party of Vietnam and a provisional Central Committee. In a letter to comrade Le Hong Phong (then representative of the International Communist), he noted the Communist Party of Vietnam had "over 500 comrades with more than 40 branches, over 3,000 masses."

- March 2, 1943: Dr. A. Yersin passed away in Nha Trang. He was a renowned French-Swiss bacteriologist born in 1863. Since late 1889, he came to Vietnam, dedicating most of his life and efforts to explorations and scientific research in Vietnam, primarily in the Central Highlands. He contributed to the discovery of the Lang Bian Plateau and the establishment of the tourist city Da Lat.

- March 2, 1946: In its first session, the 1st National Assembly established the Government of Vietnam united resistance. The Government of Vietnam consisted of 10 ministers, and Uncle Ho was elected President of the Government of Vietnam. At 10:30 am, the Government took an oath led by President Ho Chi Minh: "We, the Government of Vietnam resisting the Democratic Republic of Vietnam, the highest advisory council, and the resistance committee members, before the sacred altar of the Fatherland, before the National Assembly, swear to resolutely lead the people in resistance, implement Vietnamese democracy, bring freedom and happiness to the nation..."

- March 2, 1959: Uncle Ho arrived in Bandung city of Indonesia. In his speech, he praised "the Bandung spirit spreading strongly worldwide, shaking colonialism to its roots" and during the honorary Doctorate ceremony at Patja Jahan University, he shared: "I did not have the opportunity to study when young, but I learned from society, from life, and learned to love the people, love the country, love peace, and hate imperialism, hate oppression and selfishness." Addressing the students, he encouraged: "Humanity is mastering nature, as well as mastering the fate of society and themselves. The young generation is like spring, like a newly risen star..."

- March 2, 1973: After the Paris Agreement on ending the war and restoring peace in Vietnam was signed, an international conference on Vietnam was convened in Paris with representatives from the Soviet Union, China, the UK, France, the four parties signing the agreement, and the four countries in the international supervision committee (Poland, Canada, Hungary, and Indonesia). All countries attending the conference signed documents recognizing and guaranteeing the Paris Agreement and its protocols to be strictly enforced.

- March 2, 1979: The list of ethnic groups in Vietnam was issued following Decision No. 121 - TCTK/PPCD by the General Statistics Office. This list was established based on cultural practices and consciousness of ethnic groups in Vietnam. Currently, Vietnam has 54 ethnic groups. Each ethnic group has its customs, practices, and distinct characteristics that add to the colorful ethnic flower garden of Vietnam. The tradition of great national unity is respected and promoted today.

- March 2, 2015: The Government of Vietnam issued Decree No. 15-CP regarding the tasks, powers, and responsibilities of state management of Ministries and ministerial bodies.

(2) International events on March 2

- March 2, 986 – Louis V became the King of the Franks.

- March 2, 1498 – Vasco da Gama’s fleet visited Mozambique Island.

- March 2, 1657 – The Great Fire of Edo (now Tokyo), Japan, claimed over 100,000 lives; lasted three days.

- March 2, 1807 – The United States Congress approved the Act Prohibiting Importation of Slaves, banning new slaves from being imported into the nation.

- March 2, 1836 – The Texas Revolution: The Republic of Texas adopted a declaration of independence from Mexico.

- March 2, 1855 – Tsar Nicholas I of Russia died, and Crown Prince Alexander ascended to the throne, beginning his reign over the Russian Empire.

- March 2, 1882 – Queen Victoria of the United Kingdom narrowly escaped an assassination attempt by Roderick McLean at Windsor.

- March 2, 1901 – The United States Steel Corporation was founded through the merger of Carnegie Steel Company and Federal Steel Company, becoming the first corporation in the world with a market capitalization over one billion USD.

- March 2, 1919: Communist representatives, revolutionary societies, trade unions gathered in Moscow to form the Third International (Comintern). This organization dissolved in 1943, revived in 1947, and dissolved again in 1956 after the 20th Congress of the Communist Party of the Soviet Union. The program of Comintern was to struggle to overthrow capitalist policies, build socialist policies through revolutionary violence, and establish the dictatorship of the proletariat.

- March 2, 1939 – Italian Cardinal Eugenio Pacelli was elected pope in the Papal conclave, taking the title Pius XII.

- March 2, 1943 – World War II: U.S.–Australian air forces began attacking Japanese troop convoys in the Bismarck Sea heading to New Guinea.

- March 2, 1955 – King Norodom Sihanouk of Cambodia abdicated in favor of his father, Norodom Suramarit.

- March 2, 1962 – 1962 Burmese coup d'état, Generals under Ne Win seized power in Burma.

- March 2, 1965 – Vietnam War: U.S. and Republic of Vietnam began Operation Rolling Thunder, bombing North Vietnam.

- March 2, 1969: The first test flight of the Concorde aircraft took place in Toulouse, France. Concorde entered service in 1976 and had a 27-year operating history. It is the most successful commercial supersonic passenger aircraft ever in operation, (the other being the Soviet Union’s Tupolev Tu-144). Due to its only fatal accident (in 2000) along with the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks and other factors, Concorde was retired on October 24, 2003, and its "farewell" flight was on November 26 of that year. Although retired from service, Concorde remains a symbol in aviation history.

- March 2, 1970 – Rhodesia declared itself a Republic, severing its last links with the British monarchy.

- March 2, 1972 – Space probe Pioneer 10 was launched from Cape Canaveral, Florida with a mission to explore outer planets.

- March 2, 1977 – Libya became the Great Socialist People's Libyan Arab Jamahiriya when the General People's Congress passed the "Declaration of the Establishment of the Authority of the People".

- March 2, 1992 - Armenia, Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Moldova, San Marino, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan joined the United Nations.

- March 2, 2017 - The elements Moscovium, Tennessine, and Oganesson were officially added to the periodic table in a conference in Moscow.

- March 2, 2022 – The boy band Tempest was formed.

(3) Holidays in March

Below are the holidays in the Gregorian calendar of March:

1. Zero Discrimination Day (March 1)

Zero Discrimination Day is initiated by the United Nations. March 1 every year is commemorated to raise awareness about global inequalities. It also calls on governments to fulfill commitments and obligations to end discrimination.

2. Border Guard Traditional Day (March 3)

On June 17, 2003, at the 3rd Session, the Government of Vietnam passed the National Border Law and decided March 3 annually as National Border Day to honor the border guard force and to consolidate and promote the strength of the entire people in protecting national border sovereignty and security, and to build a strong border area.

3. International Women's Day (March 8)

International Women's Day is observed by the United Nations annually on March 8, officially from 1977. Today, March 8 has become a significant celebration in many countries, an important day to honor the beauty and sacrifices for family and society by women.

4. White Valentine's Day (March 14)

White Valentine's Day (March 14) is a special occasion mainly celebrated in Asian countries such as Japan, South Korea, China, and several others. This holiday is considered the "opposite" of Red Valentine's Day (February 14).

White Valentine's Day started in Japan in 1978 by a candy company. Although not an official international holiday, White Valentine's quickly became an integral part of Asian cultures. It is called "White" because white is associated with purity, true love, and special gifts.

5. International Day of Happiness (March 20)

The International Day of Happiness was officially recognized by the United Nations in 2012. The International Day of Happiness or Day of Happiness, is selected by the United Nations as March 20 annually after all 193 member countries unanimously adopted Resolution A/RES/66/281 on June 20, 2012.

The purpose of this day is to emphasize that happiness is an important goal in social and personal development, and countries should promote sustainable development to enhance happiness for all people.

6. World Poetry Day (March 21)

On November 15, 1999, UNESCO decided to recognize March 21 as World Poetry Day to emphasize poetry as a social need, encouraging people, especially the younger generation, to return to their roots.

In Vietnam, Vietnam Poetry Day is celebrated on the 15th day of the first lunar month annually according to the decision of the Vietnam Writers' Association.

7. World Water Day (March 22)

World Water Day is organized annually by the United Nations to raise awareness about the importance of clean water and protect water resources. It is an opportunity to call for community cooperation in protecting and using water resources responsibly.

8. Founding Day of the Ho Chi Minh Communist Youth Union (March 26)

On March 26, 1931, under the guidance of the Central Committee of the Vietnam Labor Youth Union and with the permission of President Ho Chi Minh and the Central Political Bureau of the Communist Party, the 3rd National Congress unanimously established March 26 annually as the commemoration day for the founding of the Union.

9. Vietnam Sports Day (March 27)

March 27 was chosen by the Council of Ministers as Vietnam Sports Day in Decision No. 25/CT dated January 29, 1991 based on the historical event of the sector. On March 27, 1946, President Ho Chi Minh signed Decree No. 38 establishing the Youth and Physical Education Office under the Ministry of National Education. This is considered the first charter marking the birth of Vietnam's physical education and sports in new policies.

10. Founding Day of the Militia and Self-Defense Forces (March 28)

At the first National Communist Party Congress in Macau (China) on March 28, 1935, the Communist Party of Vietnam adopted a Resolution on the Self-defense Team. Therefore, the date this Resolution was adopted is also considered the Founding Day of the Militia and Self-Defense Forces in Vietnam and the traditional day of this force.

Below are the holidays in the lunar calendar of March:

11. Cold Food Festival (March 3 lunar)

In folk culture, the Cold Food Festival is also known as the Floating cake - Chay cake festival (“han thuc” means “cold food”), occurring on the 3rd day of the 3rd lunar month. The Cold Food Festival occurs primarily in China and Vietnam.

12. Hung Kings’ Commemoration Day (March 10 lunar)

Hung Kings’ Commemoration is one of the major holidays in the year for the Vietnamese people. It is a day to remember and appreciate the Hung Kings' contributions in founding and defending the nation. People participate in processions and incense offerings at the Upper Temple within the Hung Temple Relic Complex, Viet Tri, Phu Tho on this day.

Note: Information is for reference only!

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In March, what are the public holidays in which teachers in Vietnam are entitled to fully paid days off?

Under Article 112 of the Labor Code 2019, teachers in Vietnam are entitled to fully paid days off on the following public holidays :

Public holidays

1. Employees shall be entitled to fully paid days off on the following public holidays:

a) Gregorian Calendar New Year Holiday: 01 day (the 1st of January of the Gregorian calendar);

b) Lunar New Year Holidays: 05 days;

c) Victory Day: 01 day (the 30th of April of the Gregorian calendar);

d) International Labor Day: 01 day (the 1st of May of the Gregorian calendar);

dd) National Day: 02 days (the 2nd of September of the Gregorian calendar and the previous or next day);

e) Hung Kings Commemoration Day: 01 day (the 10th of the third month of the Lunar calendar).

2. Foreign employees in Vietnam are entitled to 01 traditional public holiday and 01 National Day of their country, in addition to the public holidays stipulated in Clause 1 of this Article.

3. The Prime Minister shall decide the specific public holidays mentioned in Point b and Point dd Clause 1 of this Article on an annual basis.

Thus, In March, teachers in Vietnam are entitled to fully paid days off on Hung Kings' Commemoration Day (March 10 in the lunar calendar).

What are the policies for teachers in Vietnam?

Under Article 77 of the Education Law 2019 regarding educational policies for teachers in Vietnam:

- The State shall elaborate policies of recruitment, employment, benefits, guaranteeing material and mental needs of teachers so as to enable them to fulfill their roles and duties.

- Teachers working at specialized schools, schools for gifted students, boarding general education schools or day schools for ethnic minorities, pre-university schools, schools or classes for disabled and handicapped persons, reformatory schools or other special schools, teachers of inclusive education shall receive allowances and other preferential policies.

- The State shall issue incentive and preferential policies on allowances and other policies for teachers working in areas with exceptional socio-economic difficulties.