Four female coast guard officers join U.N. peacekeeping operations

Four female Vietnamese coast guard officers assigned to the U.N. peacekeeping mission

Non-commissioned Major Dang Thi Thanh Thuy, on behalf of the female officers, delivers remarks upon receiving the assignment.

According to reports delivered at the event, chaired by Major General Vu Trung Kien, Deputy Commander for Legal Affairs of the Vietnam Coast Guard, by February 2025, Vietnam had deployed nearly 1,100 officers and staff to U.N. peacekeeping missions in Central Africa, South Sudan, Abyei, and U.N. Headquarters, including 154 female officers. For the Vietnam Coast Guard, this is the first time female officers have been assigned to a U.N. peacekeeping engineering unit, following specialized training at the Vietnam Department of Peacekeeping Operations.

In his remarks, General Kien stressed that the participation of these female officers marks an important milestone, opening a new path and contributing to the development of a stronger, more diverse, and comprehensive corps of female coast guard officers in peacekeeping activities. This, he noted, reaffirms the Vietnam Coast Guard’s readiness to undertake complex international missions, ranging from ensuring maritime security and safety to contributing to global peace and stability.

Maj. Gen. Vu Trung Kien presents flowers and poses for a joint photo with the female officers.

The Deputy Commander for Legal Affairs of the Vietnam Coast Guard urged them to demonstrate professionalism and responsibility; strictly observe the Party’s foreign policy and the State’s regulations; fully comply with military discipline, U.N. rules, and host nation’s laws; and maintain regular communication and reporting to ensure effective command and oversight. Their mission, he added, will help strengthen the reputation and credibility of the Vietnam Coast Guard and the Vietnam People’s Army in the eyes of international friends.

General Kien speaks at the event.

Outstanding officers honored at the event

On this occasion, General Kien handed over awards to officers with outstanding achievements in implementing international integration and external affairs.

Translated by Tran Hoai