Military Region 1 sends ground troops to Vietnam–China Joint Training Program

Previously, on April 25, the Chinese side issued a diplomatic note proposing the organization of the first-ever joint training for the ground forces of the two countries. In response, the Vietnamese Ministry of National Defense assigned Military Region 1 to coordinate with the Chinese side to implement the plan.

Troops from both countries inspect and seal weapons and equipment at Huu Nghi International Border Gate before the Vietnamese delegation departs for the training program in China.

To welcome the Vietnamese delegation, the Chinese side held a formal reception ceremony and arranged transportation to Jianglong Chongzuo Training Base, where all joint training activities between the two militaries will take place.

A representative of the Chinese side presents flowers to welcome Senior Colonel Do Van Toan, Deputy Chief of Staff of Military Region 1, and the Vietnamese delegation.

On the same afternoon, the two sides held a meeting at the joint command headquarters to finalize detailed training content, display of equipment, and conduct a full rehearsal for the opening ceremony, which is scheduled for July 22.

Representatives from the Chinese and Vietnamese armed forces perform ceremonial procedures prior to departure.

The first Vietnam–China Joint Army Training marks the first time that the two countries’ ground forces conduct a joint training exercise. This event holds significant importance as a practical activity to implement the Joint Declaration on deepening the comprehensive strategic cooperative partnership and promoting the building of a Vietnam–China community with a shared future of strategic significance. It also contributes to advancing the six-pronged cooperation approach outlined by the high-level leaders of both countries, especially emphasizing “more substantive defense and security cooperation” in the framework of the Vietnam–China People-to-People Exchange Year 2025.

Translated by Trung Thanh