November 12, 2026 | 22:44 (GMT+7)
General Nguyen Tan Cuong inspects Ha Noi Capital Command’s preparations for exercise
PANO – Chief of the General Staff and Deputy Defense Minister General Nguyen Tan Cuong conducted an on-site inspection of the preparations for an exercise by the Ha Noi Capital Command on November 11.
For this exercise, local armed forces have pro-actively coordinated with reinforced and attached units from various services and corps to develop operational plans suited to the local area and assigned missions. Preparations have focused on completing the command post system, operational plans, and arrangements for command, control, and coordination among participating forces. Several new and challenging scenarios are being introduced for the first time, placing high demands on command and control capabilities, situation handling, and operational coordination under real conditions.
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General Nguyen Tan Cuong monitors exercise preparations at the site. |
After inspecting the exercise plans, General Nguyen Tan Cuong instructed the Ha Noi Capital Command to continue consolidating and completing its field command post system and thoroughly review operational plans and mechanisms for leadership and direction under different defense statuses.
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Preparations for the exercise at the site |
The GS chief stressed that forces participating in the live-force exercise should thoroughly understand their assigned missions and flexibly apply operational principles. They should enhance their capabilities to detect threats early, maintain strict surveillance, and effectively respond to aerial threats while protecting key targets. Preparations and the execution of the exercise must ensure coordination and synchronization among all forces and remain closely aligned with operational plans and mission requirements.
He also called for strict observance of regulations, procedures, and discipline, along with thorough logistics support, particularly ensuring absolute safety for personnel, weapons, and equipment throughout the exercise.
Translated by Quynh Oanh