14TH NATIONAL CONGRESS OF THE COMMUNIST PARTY OF VIETNAM

Defense minister checks on military training for 50th anniversary of national reunification

Huy Anh

Mar 26, 2025 / 10:23 AM

All units are required to quickly settle into their designated areas upon arriving in Ho Chi Minh City for the official event marking the 50th anniversary of the liberation of South Vietnam and national reunification (April 30, 1975 – April 30, 2025).

THE HANOI TIMES — General Phan Van Giang, Vice Secretary of the Central Military Commission, and Minister of National Defense, attended a rehearsal for the military parade marking the 50th anniversary of the liberation of South Vietnam and national reunification (April 30, 1975 – April 30, 2025).

The training took place at the National Military Training Center 4 in My Duc District, Hanoi on March 25.

Hình ảnh 1 — General Giang expressed his appreciation for the dedication and efforts of the officers and soldiers participating in the parade. He said many foreign military forces, who had once fought alongside Vietnam in the resistance war, also wish to join the event in celebration of the milestone with the Vietnam People’s Army. Photo: laodong.vn

Hình ảnh 2 — “I’m proud that your movements embody the strength of the Vietnam People’s Army, the Militia and Self-Defense Forces, and all armed forces. You march with unity and determination, carrying the spirit, will, and confidence needed for victory. This same commitment should be upheld in every mission you undertake,” the general said. Photo: Vietnamnet

Hình ảnh 3 — The Vice Secretary of the Central Military Commission praised the participating units for their strong performances, particularly the naval and air defense-air force units standing before the grandstand, as well as the Communist Party flag and national flag contingents, and the women’s militia unit from southern Vietnam. Photo: Vietnamnet

Hình ảnh 4 — He requested that all parade forces continue refining their movements and mastering their formations according to their assigned roles. He stressed the importance of strict discipline, thorough training, and overcoming all difficulties to ensure the highest level of readiness. Photo: Vietnamnet

Hình ảnh 5 — All units must quickly settle into their designated areas upon their arrival in Ho Chi Minh City for the official event, ensuring readiness for the next phase of training, General Giang said. He also emphasized that all logistical arrangements must be meticulously planned and executed with absolute safety. Photo: Vietnamnet

Hình ảnh 6 — Giang also tasked the General Department of Logistics and Technical Services with ensuring that all necessary equipment and supplies are provided for the parade forces. Photo: Vietnamnet

Hình ảnh 7 — Giang stressed the importance of maintaining hygiene, food safety, and the quality of meals, as well as taking good care of the health and well-being of all officers and soldiers involved. Photo: laodong.vn

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