One of the important situations on the first day of the exercise was that some engineering troops unluckily got injured while getting close to explosives left over from the war. An integrated military observers-engineers-medical staff process was immediately activated to respond to this medical emergency case. The military medical team immediately rushed to the scene to classify and provide first aid to the victims. The military observer team on a nearby patrol route quickly approached the doctor, grasped the situation, assisted the engineering detachment in marking dangerous areas and reporting to the U.N. Mine Action Service and chains-of-command at all levels and asking for reinforcement from level-1 field hospital. During the exercise, participating forces practiced coordination and demonstrated their professional skills of giving first aid to and conducting medical evacuation for the victims. This training content helped raise the trainees’ awareness of post-war explosives, … [Read more...] about Integrated field exercise of peacekeeping forces opens
Level 2 field hospital
Ho Chi Minh City to spend over $176mn on medical equipment at 3 hospitals
The Ho Chi Minh City People’s Council on Tuesday decided to source over VND4.3 trillion (US$176.1 million) from its budget to purchase medical equipment for three hospitals at its gateways. Of the total, the Thu Duc Regional General Hospital will receive over VND1.45 trillion ($59.5 million); Hoc Mon Regional General Hospital, over VND1.49 trillion ($61.1 million); and Cu Chi Regional General Hospital, some VND1.36 trillion ($55.8 million). The city will purchase the equipment between 2023 and 2025. The plan to acquire medical equipment for these hospitals is vital to ensure that they will have sufficient equipment after being put into operation. Residents in Ho Chi Minh City and neighboring provinces can access high-quality healthcare services, while these hospitals can attract high-skilled medical workers. The plan will also help ease the overload at central-level hospitals in the southern metropolis. In 2021, Ho Chi Minh started work on these three hospitals with an … [Read more...] about Ho Chi Minh City to spend over $176mn on medical equipment at 3 hospitals
Military Hospital 175 celebrates first send-off ceremony for L2FH
Attending the event were Director of the Vietnam Department of Peacekeeping Operations (VNDPKO) Senior Colonel Pham Manh Thang, Director of Military Hospital 175 Major General Tran Quoc Viet, former VNDPKO Director Major General Hoang Kim Phung, former Military Hospital 175 Director Major General Nguyen Hong Son, members of L2FH Rotations 1 and 3 who excellently completed their peacekeeping duties. On October 1, 2018, the 63-strong L2FH Rotation 1 departed for South Sudan, officially marking the first footsteps of the Vietnamese peacekeeping military medical force in the long noble international mission implementation journey. The L2FH Rotation 1 was also the first unit of Vietnam taking on the U.N. peacekeeping duties. Therefore, October 1, 2018 went into the history of Vietnam as an important landmark in Vietnam’s journey of participating in U.N. peacekeeping operations. Reviewing that important landmark, Maj. Gen. Tran Quoc Viet was touched and expressed his honor to observe … [Read more...] about Military Hospital 175 celebrates first send-off ceremony for L2FH
Cuban delegation visits Vietnam-Cuba friendship hospital in Dong Hoi
President of the National Assembly of People's Power of Cuba Esteban Lazo Hernandez presents a gift to a child patient treated at the hospital. (Photo: VNA) Quang Binh (VNA) – A Cuban high-level delegation headed by President of the National Assembly of People's Power of Cuba Esteban Lazo Hernandez on September 25 visited the Vietnam-Cuba friendship hospital in the central province of Quang Binh’s Dong Hoi city, which was built in 1973 following then President Fidel Castro's visit to the region. Welcoming the delegation, Secretary of the provincial Party Committee and head of the provincial delegation of NA deputies Vu Dai Thang highlighted Quang Binh’s appreciation of Cuba’s affection and assistance for the province and the liberated zone in South Vietnam during the fiercest days of the struggle. Recently, as part of a visit by Chairman of the National Assembly Vuong Dinh Hue to Cuba in late April, the provincial People's Committee signed a memorandum of understanding on … [Read more...] about Cuban delegation visits Vietnam-Cuba friendship hospital in Dong Hoi
Top Cuban legislator visits friendship hospital in Vietnam
A high-level delegation led by President of the National Assembly of People's Power of Cuba Esteban Lazo Hernandez paid a visit to the Vietnam - Cuba Friendship Hospital in Quang Binh Province, north-central Vietnam on Monday afternoon, as part of his ongoing trip to the Southeast Asian country. The president said that the hospital is a permanent symbol of the friendship and solidarity between the two nations. The top Cuban legislator arrived in Hanoi on Sunday to start his five-day Vietnam visit at the invitation of the Vietnamese Party and state leaders. The hospital is a gift from late Cuban leader Fidel Castro and Cuba to Quang Binh Province to help treat locals. The top Cuban representative’s visit to the hospital was aimed at reminding the young generation of the history and close ties, while encouraging them to deepen the friendship and solidarity between the two nations. Esteban Lazo Hernandez (standing, left), President of the National Assembly of … [Read more...] about Top Cuban legislator visits friendship hospital in Vietnam
Amended Capital Law urged to promote priority fields essential for Hanoi’s development
The amendment of the 2012 Capital Law becomes imperative to introduce innovative and groundbreaking mechanisms, pool all available resources, and harness potential and strengths effectively for the development of Hanoi. Amended Capital law should include fields that could spur Hanoi’s development in the long term, Vice Minister of Justice Dang Hoang Anh shared the view during a meeting discussing the amended Capital Law on August 16. Vice Chairman of the Hanoi People's Committee Le Hong Son (l) and Deputy Minister of Justice Dang Hoang Anh (r). Photos: Thai San/The Hanoi Times A report from the Ministry of Justice noted the 2012 Capital Law serves as a significant legal framework that delineates the position, roles, responsibilities, and policies governing the construction, development, and safeguarding of the capital. The specific policies outlined in this law have facilitated the establishment of a relatively comprehensive set of legal tools in Hanoi for … [Read more...] about Amended Capital Law urged to promote priority fields essential for Hanoi’s development
Vietnam – Cuba relations far beyond all diplomatic, political levels: official
He made the remark during an interview granted to the Vietnam News Agency ahead of a visit to Vietnam from September 24 to 28 by Politburo member and President of the N.A. of People's Power of Cuba Esteban Lazo Hernandez, who will also represent the Cuban Party and State leaders to attend a ceremony marking 50 years since Cuban leader Fidel Castro visited the liberated zone in South Vietnam in September 1973. He noted that Cuba has diplomatic ties with many countries, but its relations with Vietnam are far beyond all diplomatic and political levels. They are the relations between two fraternal nations forged in the heat of their struggles against capitalism and the building of socialism. With the fraternal solidarity founded by President Ho Chi Minh and leader Fidel Castro, the two countries can exchange opinions in an extremely straightforward and transparent manner that can hardly be seen in their relations with any other international partners, Alvarez said. Cuba has learned … [Read more...] about Vietnam – Cuba relations far beyond all diplomatic, political levels: official
Vietnamese engineers’ performance praised by UNISFA’s Commander
The visit was in the framework of the “One day with U.N. peacekeepers” program held on the occasion of the International Day of Peace (September 21). At Highway Base, where Vietnam’s Engineering Company Rotation 2 is stationed, Major General Benjamin Olufemi Sawyerr met with Vietnamese peacekeepers in Abyei and gave positive evaluation about their task performance, especially impressive achievements obtained by Vietnamese engineers. UNISFA’s official said that Vietnamese engineering force has turned Highway into one of the most beautiful bases. He highly appreciated the Vietnamese force’s military-civilian activities which have contributed to enhancing local people’s living standards. According to Gen. Sawyerr, apart from conducting tasks assigned by the mission, Vietnamese engineers have actively helped locals through simple deeds, including equipping them with farming techniques and repairing roads, houses, and classrooms. In the golden book that briefs the engineering unit’s … [Read more...] about Vietnamese engineers’ performance praised by UNISFA’s Commander
Vietnamese, foreign peacekeepers show off emergency response skills
Medical staff in the training session. (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) - Military observers, engineers and medical workers of Vietnam and other countries demonstrated their performance of tasks for the United Nations peacekeeping mission , in Hanoi on September 20. The activity was part of the Competency Evaluation Programme for Prospective United Nations Peacekeepers of the Experts' Working Group on Peacekeeping Operations (PKO-EWG) Cycle 4 within the framework of the ASEAN Defence Ministerial Meeting Plus (ADMM-Plus). Deputy Chief of the General Staff of the Vietnam People’s Army Sen. Lieut. Gen Phung Si Tan (left) at the event. (Photo: VNA) In the scenario-based training, they worked together in response to an urgent medical situation in which engineer officers were injured by explosive remnants from war. Colonel Nguyen Nhu Canh, Deputy Director of the Vietnam Department of Peacekeeping Operations, said the training session aimed to raise the trainees’ awareness of the … [Read more...] about Vietnamese, foreign peacekeepers show off emergency response skills
Sedona Suites Ho Chi Minh City creates ultimate venue for business and leisure
Sedona Suites Ho Chi Minh City creates ultimate venue for business and leisure It is the preferred choice for discerning travellers, providing an ideal location, extensive facilities, and a commitment to excellence. Located in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City, Sedona Suites boasts an enviable address that puts guests at the centre of the action. With a plethora of on-site dining options and a Saigon Centre mall right at your doorstep, the culinary delights of Vietnam are just a few steps away. Owning such a prime location where convenience meets quiet luxury, whether it's shopping, dining, or experiencing the local culture, it offers the ideal starting point for your adventure.The property seamlessly caters to both short-stay and long-stay guests. Its suites are thoughtfully designed to meet the needs of all guests, whether you're here for a brief visit or an extended stay. You'll find all the amenities and services necessary for a comfortable and productive stay. Additionally, … [Read more...] about Sedona Suites Ho Chi Minh City creates ultimate venue for business and leisure