The event was also attended by Senior Lieutenant General Phung Si Tan, Deputy Chief of the General Staff of the Vietnam People's Army and Head of the expo's Organizing Committee, as well as Lieutenant General Truong Thien To, Deputy Chief of the General Department of Political Affairs.

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Sr. Lt. Gen. Hoang Xuan Chien chairs the final rehearsal.

Following the rehearsal performances by participating forces, Senior Lieutenant General Hoang Xuan Chien praised the dedication and efforts of all officers, soldiers, artists, singers, and performers. Their active participation contributed to the rehearsal's success. The preparation for the opening ceremony has been thorough, covering all aspects, including personnel, equipment, props, and the operational script, he stressed.

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An art performance at the opening ceremony

The air and commando forces, and border guard force’s service dogs delivered impressive performances, showcasing smooth coordination and professionalism highlighting the strength of the Vietnam People's Army. These results reflect the hard training, practice, and collaboration of all forces involved, contributing to ensuring an impressive and successful opening ceremony.

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Female members of military marching band participating in the opening ceremony of the expo

Senior Lieutenant General Hoang Xuan Chien gave more requirements on ceremonial arrangements, decorations, and displays at both outdoor and indoor exhibition areas. He emphasized the need for all units to concentrate their resources and complete the final preparations to ensure the highest results of the expo.

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Commando soldiers practicing martial arts for the opening ceremony of the expo

He also conducted on-site inspections, reviewing various aspects of the preparations, including outdoor and indoor exhibition spaces, facilities for the expo, and organizational details. As of now, the preparations of infrastructure, logistics, and technical support are nearly complete, with final touches underway. Everything is almost ready for the opening ceremony on December 19 and the subsequent activities within the expo's framework.

Translated by Trung Thanh