The Ly Dynasty’s Domestic and Foreign Policies

The Ly Dynasty skillfully implemented both domestic and foreign policies that ushered in a golden age for Vietnam, solidifying its position as a regional power.

Immediately after ascending the throne, Ly Thai To relocated the capital from Hoa Lu (Ninh Binh) to Thang Long (Hanoi). This historic decision marked a new chapter for the nation, affirming its central location and fostering economic, cultural, and commercial growth.

Domestic Policy: People-Centric Approach

The Ly Dynasty pursued a “people-centric” policy, evidenced by numerous progressive measures:

• Agricultural Promotion: Recognizing the importance of agriculture, the Ly Dynasty implemented policies promoting farming, land reclamation, dike and canal construction, and tax reductions for farmers. These measures stimulated agricultural production and improved living standards.
• Educational Development: Understanding the vital role of education in national progress, the Ly Dynasty prioritized educational development. They established the Quoc Tu Giam – Vietnam’s first university – and conducted examinations to select talented individuals.
• Social Stability: To ensure a peaceful environment for national development, the Ly Dynasty implemented policies to maintain social order, enacting laws and strictly punishing criminals.

Foreign Policy: Maintaining Independence and Expanding Relations

On the international stage, the Ly Dynasty pursued a policy of “maintaining independence and autonomy while expanding relations and fostering peaceful coexistence with neighboring countries.”

• Safeguarding Independence: The Ly Dynasty resolutely defended national sovereignty, repelling the Song invasion (1075-1077) and securing the northern border.
• Expanding Relations: The Ly Dynasty proactively established diplomatic ties with neighboring countries such as China, Champa, and the Khmer Empire, contributing to a peaceful and stable environment for national development.

The domestic and foreign policies of the Ly Dynasty fostered a period of remarkable growth, transforming Dai Viet into a powerful nation in the region. To learn more about Vietnam’s monetary policy, you can refer to the article Concept and Tools of Monetary Policy.

Lessons from the Ly Dynasty’s Policies

Today, in the context of deepening international integration, the lessons from the Ly Dynasty’s domestic and foreign policies remain relevant. Vietnam needs to continue its “people-centric” approach, building a prosperous and civilized nation while pursuing an independent, autonomous, peaceful, friendly, cooperative, and developmental foreign policy.

Want to learn more about other development policies? Check out the article on National Academy of Public Administration.

Conclusion

The Ly Dynasty’s domestic and foreign policies exemplify the wisdom of our ancestors in building and defending the nation. Their spirit of self-reliance, independence, “people-centric” ideology, and strategic vision will forever be valuable lessons for future generations.

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