HO CHI MINH'S GREETINGS TO WAR CRIMES TRIBUNAL
On the occasion of the opening of the first official session of the International War Crimes Tribunal, I take pleasure in extending to you, as well as to all the members of the tribunal, my warmest greetings and my sincere wishes for your success.
The opening of the first session of the International Tribunal, especially at the moment when the American imperialists are intensifying escalation to the utmost and are striking the port of Haiphong and the capital of Hanoi, carries a profound significance. It is a strong encouragement -- not only for us, the people of Vietnam, but also for all those peoples fighting for national independence, liberty and peace.
The noble work of the International Tribunal warmly approved and supported by progressive humanity, is met with and still hits upon many difficulties and inpediments created by American imperialists and reactionary forces. But I am convinced that the founders of the tribunal know how to persevere, as in the past, and to take the appropriate measures in order to bring this work to a successful conclusion. It is certain that all the peoples and all the men involved in peace and justice in the world will be on your side and will support you wholeheartedly.
We extend our sincere thanks to all the members of the International War Crimes Tribunal for the warm support to the justly waged resistance war of our people.
Please accept, Mr. President, the assurance of my highest consideration.
Ho Chi Minh