The inspection was attended by General Nguyen Tan Cuong, Chief of the General Staff and Deputy Defense Minister; Senior Lieutenant General Nguyen Van Nghia, Deputy Chief of the General Staff; and Lieutenant General Do Xuan Tung, Deputy Chief of the General Department of Political Affairs, among others.
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General Phan Van Giang encouraging soldiers participating in the rehearsal |
According to the decision of the Minister of National Defense, the units assigned to participate in the parade have pro-actively built plans, conducted inspections, and selected officers, soldiers, and members of the militia and self-defense force meeting the required standards. By December 1, 2024, all parade formations had been assembled as per their assigned tasks. From January 2, 2025, the units carried out Phase 1 training according to the set program, and from February 16, they were deployed to Phase 2 training's area in four locations. This was the 8th combined rehearsal, conducted to evaluate results and draw lessons for achieving the highest training effectiveness.
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Defense leaders with the parade formation of female military medical officers. |
After the inspection, General Phan Van Giang congratulated the participating forces and commended their initial achievements. The parade formation successfully carried out their training tasks.
General Phan Van Giang emphasized that the forces must train with the highest sense of responsibility and effort, with each individual, line, and formation demonstrating unity, discipline, and the strength of the Vietnam People's Army after 50 years of national reunification. Every officer and soldier needs to clearly understand the honor and pride of participating in the parade, thus determining their responsibility to train thoroughly and proficiently, overcoming difficulties, making the most of training time, and strictly adhering to discipline. Trainers and commanding officers must continue monitoring, adjusting, and drawing lessons; conducting assessments and classifications for each individual, team, line, and formation. Additionally, the units’ commanding officers must strictly maintain training protocols and ensure absolute safety for personnel, weapons, and equipment.
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Female military medical officers in the joint rehearsal |
Regarding the travel of forces to Ho Chi Minh City, General Phan Van Giang instructed that command and control must be implemented to ensure absolute safety. Upon arrival at the assembly area, troops must quickly settle down and prepare for Phase 3 training. Agencies and units must effectively develop combat readiness plans, coordinate closely, and work in harmony with relevant agencies in preliminary and final rehearsals, as well as during the official event.
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Female peacekeepers in the joint rehearsal |
The defense minister also directed the General Department of Logistics and Technical Services to fully equip the parade forces with necessary vehicles and equipment. He tasked the General Department of Political Affairs with researching and guiding the content of emulation drives linked to parade tasks, ensuring the cultural and spiritual well-being of the participating forces, organizing effective communication on parade activities, and recommending awards for outstanding collectives and individuals.
Translated by Trung Thanh