Naval Region 3 launches "HiGreen – For a green Truong Sa" running challenge

The event saw the participation from over 2,000 officers, soldiers from various units under Naval Region 3, and personnel of the Da Nang Branch of the Military Commercial Joint Stock Bank (MB).

The launching ceremony at Naval Region 3’s headquarters

The launching ceremony at Brigade 680, Naval Region 3

The "HiGreen – For a Green Truong Sa" running challenge is a joint program between the Naval Service and MB. It lasts from October 1 to December 19, 2024. Community members can participate individually or in teams. For every 1.5 km completed, the organizers contribute VND 3,000 to a fund aimed at planting trees in Truong Sa Island District, Khanh Hoa Province, with a budget target of VND 10 billion, sponsored by MB.

Naval Region 3’s troops and MB's Da Nang Branch's staff actively participating in the event

Each military personnel from Naval Region 3 is required to complete at least 20 km during the program. This effort translates to a contribution of VND 60,000 per participant to the Truong Sa reforestation fund.

Participants logging their achievements on the HiGreen mobile app

The program aims to foster patriotism and love for the national sea and islands, promote physical activity and healthy living habits among the community, increase green environment and improve the quality of life for people in Truong Sa. The campaign is also part of activities in celebrations of the 80th anniversary of the establishment of the Vietnam People's Army and the 35th anniversary of the Whole-people Defense Festive Day.

Translated by Trung Thanh