June 14, 2026 | 22:22 (GMT+7)
Navies of Vietnam, Cambodia conclude 83rd joint patrol
PANO - On the morning of June 13, Ship 251 of Squadron 512 under Brigade 127 of Naval Region 5 of the Vietnam People's Navy docked at Naval Region 5’s military port in Phu Quoc special zone, An Giang province, successfully concluding the 83rd annual joint patrol with the Royal Cambodian Navy.
Earlier, on June 12, Ship 251 and Ship 1141 of Ream Naval Base under the Royal Cambodian Navy conducted a joint patrol in the Vietnam - Cambodia historic waters.
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Ship 251 and Ship 1141 during the joint patrol |
During the patrol, the two sides carried out the “Hello ASEAN” greeting procedure for ASEAN naval vessels, exchanged information, conducted training in hand-flag and light-signal communications in accordance with the International Code of Signals, and practiced search and rescue operations.
The joint patrol aimed to help maintain security, order, peace, and stability in the Vietnam - Cambodia historic waters. It also targeted to facilitate livelihood activities of fishermen from both countries in accordance with long-established customs and practices. The activity contributed to preventing illegal fishing operations while strengthening cooperation, enhancing mutual understanding and trust between the two navies.
Translated by Song Anh