January 15, 2026 | 23:35 (GMT+7)
GDP Deputy Director inspects combat readiness at Brigade 164
PANO - On January 14, the Ministry of National Defense’s Working Mission No.3, led by Senior Lieutenant General Le Quang Minh, Deputy Director of the General Department of Political Affairs (GDP), inspected combat readiness work at Brigade 164 (Army Corps 12).
The inspection focused on plans to protect the 14th National Party Congress and preparations for the 2026 Lunar New Year.
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Senior Lieutenant General Le Quang Minh inspects combat readiness at Brigade 164. |
The delegation reviewed the system of documents, combat readiness plans, and Party and political work.
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Sr. Lt. Gen. Le Quang Minh checks the arrangement of materials and equipment on a vehicle. |
The results showed that Brigade 164 has strictly maintained duty regulations, grasped the local situation, and remained ready in any circumstances. Notably, the handling of simulated scenarios proved that the leadership capabilities and professional skills of the officers and soldiers fully meet mission requirements.
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Officers and soldiers of Brigade 164 practice shifting combat readiness status to a higher level. |
Concluding the inspection, Senior Lieutenant General Le Quang Minh praised the unit’s responsibility and pro-activeness. He requested the brigade to continue strictly maintaining combat readiness duties and ensuring absolute safety for designated targets before, during, and after the 14th National Party Congress and the Lunar New Year holiday.
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Senior Lieutenant General Le Quang Minh presents gifts from the Central Military Commission, the Ministry of National Defense to troops of Brigade 164. |
On this occasion, Senior Lieutenant General Le Quang Minh presented gifts from the Central Military Commission, the Ministry of National Defense to the officers and soldiers of Brigade 164.
Translated by Minh Anh