During a visit to the Coast Guard Command on February 28, General Cuong was briefed on the unit’s military-defense task performance last year and major missions this year.

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Lt. Gen. Nguyen Tan Cuong (C) and other delegates in a joint photo

Accordingly, last year, the command effectively carried out the national program on combating drug-related crime, drug and human trafficking, corruption, trade fraud, and counterfeiting. The coast guard force found various foreign vessels illegally encroaching on Vietnamese waters and actively worked to verify and report cases of Vietnamese trawlers being expelled, seized and handled by foreign functional forces in accordance with the laws of the host countries. Approximately VND 200 billion was collected and contributed to the State budget from fines for administrative violations and the sales of seized items.

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Lieutenant General Nguyen Tan Cuong chairs the meeting.

Furthermore, the force proactively engaged in the search and rescue of troubled people at sea and on land and in disaster relief.

In conclusion, General Cuong applauded the force for their outstanding task completion last year. He asked the Coast Guard Party Committee and leadership to concentrate on directing the comprehensive implementation of this year’s missions, effectively fight against crimes and violations at sea, making proposals to deal with emerging situations at sea, and enhancing law dissemination and education, as well as making good preparations for the upcoming all-level Party congresses, especially the fifth Coast Guard Party Congress and the 11th Military Party Congress.

Translated by Mai Huong