Description: (Intellectual leader)
Phan Khôi was an influential intellectual leader known for his role in inspiring a North Vietnamese version of the Chinese Hundred Flowers Campaign. He encouraged scholars to openly criticize the government, but he faced persecution from the Communist Party of Vietnam for his actions. Despite the challenges he encountered, Phan Khôi remained dedicated to promoting intellectual freedom and fostering critical discourse within Vietnamese society. His professional life was characterized by a commitment to challenging authority and advocating for greater transparency and accountability in governance.