The delegation checked ships’ preparations, including personnel, facilities, weapons and technical equipment, and extended New Year wishes to the officers and soldiers on duty at sea during this time.

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Sr. Capt. Pham Quang Vinh encourages crew-members to be on-duty at sea.
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Delegates hand over gifts to officers and soldiers of Ship 629.

Sr. Capt. Vinh expressed understanding of the challenges and hardships faced by the officers and soldiers, who must perform their duties in rough seas and far from home during the lunar New Year holiday. He showed confidence that with the care of the leaderships at all levels, along with crew-members’ experience, determination, and solidarity, the crews would overcome all difficulties and successfully complete their missions, contributing to protecting peace for the country.

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Ship 629 leaves the mainland for the mission at sea.

The commanding officers of on-duty ships also reported on their preparation for the mission. They also sent their New Year greetings to the leadership of the Naval Region 3 Command, the commanding officers at all levels, and their families. They promised to maintain high vigilance and combat readiness, closely follow the situation, and be prepared for all circumstances. 

On the occasion, the working delegation hands over New Year gifts from the Naval Region 3 Command, units’ commanding officers, and “Youths for national sea and islands” club to on-duty crew-members. 

Translated by Tran Hoai