I had the great honour of attending the wreath-laying ceremony and commemoration service marking the 49th Anniversary of the fall of Saigon held on 27 April 2024 on Anzac Parade Canberra. Known as Black April, the Fall of Saigon signified the capture of Saigon by the North Vietnamese Army on 30 April 1975. This historical event marked the end of the Vietnam War and the end of the South Vietnamese Government, which led to the start of the refugee wave from Vietnamese people seeking asylum in many free countries around the world including in Australia. Each year in April, commemorative ceremonies are held to pay tribute to the shared valour of soldiers of the Republic of Vietnam and the Australian Armed Forces, alongside the sacrifices of civilians, in the Vietnam War in defence of freedom and democracy. I extend my heartfelt thanks to the Vietnamese Community in Australia and its President Mr Cong Le for the kind invitation. Special appreciation goes to all involved in organising this meaningful event and I look forward to participating in future commemorations.