Sending soldiers letters

Representatives of the Vietnamese community in Oudomxay offered incense and flowers to express their gratitude for the sacrifices of the martyrs.(Photo: VNA) Vientiane (VNA) – The Vietnamese Association of Oudomxay province in Laos’s northern region on March 23 evening held an incense offering ceremony to commemorate four Vietnamese martyrs who laid down their lives when performing international missions there. The identities of the martyrs are still unknown. Representatives of the Vietnamese community in Oudomxay offered incense and flowers to express their gratitude for the sacrifices of the martyrs. During the 2022-2023 dry season, a team from Military Region 2 will continue to search, verify information, and repatriate remains of Vietnamese volunteer soldiers and experts who died during international missions in northern Laos. Military Region 2 has carried out such work since 1994, contributing to the verification of 4,300 pieces of information about martyrs' … [Read more...] about Overseas Vietnamese commemorate fallen soldiers in Laos

The 64 laid down their lives in the unfair battle to safeguard Gac Ma, Co Lin, and Len Dao in Vietnam ’s Truong Sa. The image of the soldiers standing imposingly to form a circle protecting the national flag on Gac Ma still lives on, reminding the younger generations to always stay resolved to defend every inch of land and sea for which ancestors shed blood to protect. Their combatant spirit has gone down to the national history as a milestone in the mind and heart of current and future generations of the Vietnamese. The Gac Ma battle has fully and clearly demonstrated the firmness and loyalty of revolutionary soldiers - eminent sons of the nation who were willing to sacrifice their lives and not to step back in defending the country’s seas and islands with their blood. The 64 put aside their dreams and devoted their youth to protecting border markers. Their blood dissolved in the sea and their bones soaked into the islands, but their names remained forever in the mind … [Read more...] about 35 years after Gac Ma battle: fallen soldiers still live in generation’s mind

In Vietnam's first game under French coach Philippe Troussier, Vietnam had high expectations. They have been practicing the new playing style for the past three weeks, focusing on a high pressing and possession game. Three weeks of preparation boosted Vietnam’s confidence, and the team entered the game feeling strong. However, a mistake in the 22nd minute was the start of their downfall. Left-back Phan Tuan Tai made a careless pass and let Nihad Muhammad gain the ball in a dangerous position. Defender Vu Tien Long had no choice but to tackle him right at the edge of the box and he received a straight red card. Playing with 10 men put Vietnam in a tough situation as Iraq constantly attacked. Their defense could only hold up for 45 minutes when Hussein Abdullah dribbled with three defenders surrounding him before getting tackled by Luong Duy Cuong inside the box. From the penalty spot, Ali Almosawe put the ball into the left corner and opened the scoring for Iraq, although goalkeeper … [Read more...] about Red cards send Vietnam U23 team to big defeat against Iraq

Each of the eight defendants received 10-16 years behind bars for the charge of "trading human body parts." They all worked as brokers for the kidney trading ring, the largest ever that Vietnamese police have busted. The ring leader, Ton Nu Thi Huyen, 46, died of kidney failure during the investigation. According to the verdict, in 2009, Huyen went to China to get an illegal kidney transplant, where she met a man named Dao Thanh Nhan. In 2016, she came to Cambodia to meet Nhan and he introduced her to a Singaporean doctor who was working at a hospital in Phnom Penh. That doctor told Huyen to find people that want to sell their kidneys and bring them to Cambodia for the surgery. Huyen then returned to Vietnam and connected with Viet, who she asked to search for people who had stated on social media that they wanted to sell kidneys. For every kidney transplanted, Huyen got VND70 million (US$2,973), of which she shared VND15-25 million with Viet. Those that successfully came … [Read more...] about Eight get jail terms for sending 37 Vietnamese to Cambodia to sell their kidneys

Reportedly, it is one of the activities by the ADAF Service in order to celebrate the 70th traditional anniversary of anti-aircraft artillery soldiers. On April 1, 1953, General Vo Nguyen Giap, Commander-in-Chief of the Vietnam People's Army (VPA) signed a decision to establish Anti-aircraft artillery Regiment 367 – the first kind of regiment in the VPA. The exhibition is divided into six parts, featuring over 300 photos, items and documents on the development and achievement of anti-aircraft artillery soldiers. In the resistance war against the Americans alone, anti-aircraft artillery soldiers shot down nearly 3.100 U.S. aircraft, accounting for 75% of total number of enemy aircraft lost in the country, contributing to the national salvation cause. Anti-aircraft artillery units together with radar, air force and missile forces set up a multi-layer defense system to firmly defend the sky of the country. In his speech, Lieutenant General Tran Ngoc Quyen, Political Commissar of … [Read more...] about Exhibition highlights anti-aircraft artillery soldiers

Following President Ho Chi Minh’s teachings of “Helping friends is helping yourself,” the late general contributed significantly to the revolutionary cause of the Lao people. He was dearly called by the Lao troops and people as General Thao Chan. Helping friends effectively After the Geneva Accords were signed in 1954, the Lao Ministry of National Defense requested assistance from Vietnam in organizing their armed forces. On July 16, 1954, the General Command of the Vietnam People’s Army decided to establish a delegation of Vietnamese military advisors to assist the Lao Pathet troops, which was named Unit 100. General Chu Huy Man, who was the Political Chief of Unit 316 at that time, was assigned as the head and secretary of the Party committee of Unit 100. The unit's task was to assist their Lao friends in building the Pathet Lao liberation troops and gathering forces in Xamneua (Houaphanh) and Phongsaly provinces. Before the mission, President Ho Chi Minh met with General … [Read more...] about Chu Huy Man – Talented general of Vietnam People’s Army: Imprints of Unit 100 in Laos

Accordingly, the company’s doctors provided free health check-ups and medicines for over 1.100 local residents, worth totally VND 80 million. At the same time, they also gave medical advice and consultation to help local people prevent diseases and raise their awareness of environmental protection. Lieutenant General Dinh Van Phe, Deputy Director of the company held that the program was to show the company’s responsibility to take care of Lao people’s health and promote the relations between the two sides. Annually, the company also sends delegations to conduct social welfare activities, instruct farming techniques, and present necessities to people in Vangtat hamlet cluster, he added. Receiving medicines from Vietnamese military doctors, Mr. Bun Vieng, Head of Van Tat hamlet cluster, was moved. He affirmed that the company’s members always consider Lao people their family members. “They have helped us with a number of meaningful programs, from doing household business, taking … [Read more...] about Vietnamese military company provides free health check-ups to Lao residents

Italian President Sergio Mattarella (Photo: VNA) Rome (VNA) – Italian President Sergio Mattarella has sent a letter of congratulations to President Vo Van Thuong and Vietnamese people on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two countries. letter , the Italian President emphasised that March 23, 1973 marked the connection between Rome and Hanoi. Since then, the two countries have realised the potential of a relationship which strongly rooted in history and at the same time directed with confidence towards the future. The bilateral relationship has deepened in all areas of mutual concern. The signing of the strategic partnership agreement between the two countries in 2013 has expanded the scope of cooperation and opened up opportunities for growth, development and mutual understanding, he wrote. Italy in the coming time./. VNA … [Read more...] about Congratulations sent on 50th anniversary of Vietnam-Italy diplomatic ties

Strategic, decisive General Chu Huy Man was called General Hai Manh (strength in both political and military affairs) by Vietnamese troops and General Thaochan by Lao troops and people. With rich practical experience and extensive strategic vision, the general made great contribution to the national salvation and defense cause, the fulfillment of international duties and the military building. At the very young age, he joined the revolutionary activities. He was among leaders of the August Revolution in Quang Nam province. During that period, he always proved to be a steadfast, loyal, brave, and competent communist. With his talents in both political and military affairs, Chu Huy Man was sent to the North from the Region 5 theater when the national resistance war broke out in December 1946. In the North, he was assigned with strategic important duties. Under his command, regular regiments in Northern Vietnam won a number of feats-of-arms, such as the battle at Phu Thong fortress … [Read more...] about Chu Huy Man – Talented general of Vietnam People’s Army

DSEI JAPAN took place for the first time in 2019 and was scheduled to be biennially organized. However, due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, the 2nd DSEI JAPAN Exhibition was postponed to early 2023. The second edition of DSEI JAPAN attracted the participation of 292 companies from 24 countries, including 33 businesses from the host. The event showcased the latest products and technologies for naval, army, and air forces developed by defense businesses of countries around the world. Products and technologies ranged from command and control systems to cyber-security, global security, and new materials. This year, the exhibition had more than 70 stalls, including those of giants BAE Systems, Lockheed Martin, Raytheon, Thales, and Rolls Royce, proving the attractiveness of the event. Within the framework of the exhibition, Major General Pham Truong Son received Major General Ohashi Satoru, Deputy Director of the Equipment, Technology and Logistics Agency of Japanese Ministry … [Read more...] about Vietnamese defense delegation attends DSEI JAPAN