October 14, 2026 | 21:02 (GMT+7)
GS Chief inspects MR4 exercise preparations
PANO - Continuing his working visit to Military Region 4 (MR4), on October 13, Chief of the General Staff and Deputy Defense Minister General Nguyen Tan Cuong led a Ministry of National Defense delegation to inspect preparations for MR4’s defensive operations exercise in 2026.
The delegation directly inspected Division 324 and its affiliated units conducting live-fire training. Via a videoconference system, the delegation also monitored exercise activities at training grounds in Ha Tinh, Thanh Hoa, Nghe An, and Quang Tri provinces.
Following the live-fire training, after hearing reports from the other sites and opinions from delegation members, General Nguyen Tan Cuong, on behalf of the exercise steering committee, thanked local leaders and representatives of departments and sectors for visiting and encouraging officers and soldiers at the live-fire training areas.
Commending the units’ efforts, General Nguyen Tan Cuong emphasized that despite harsh weather conditions and multiple tasks being carried out simultaneously, officers and soldiers overcame difficulties, completed preparations, and fulfilled all required contents.
To ensure the exercise's success, General Nguyen Tan Cuong pointed out specific shortcomings that needed to be addressed and areas requiring further improvement. He requested the MR4 Command to urgently and closely coordinate with relevant units under the Ministry of National Defense to finalize the identified content, striving for the highest quality and ensuring absolute safety in all aspects during the exercise.
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General Nguyen Tan Cuong and delegates observe the live-fire training. |
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General Nguyen Tan Cuong and the delegation inspect the exercise command post. |
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Artillery units cross the river. |
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Tanks lead infantry in maneuvering to attack the enemy in the inner perimeter. |
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General Nguyen Tan Cuong presents gifts to units participating in the training. |
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General Nguyen Tan Cuong encourages officers and soldiers participating in the training. |
Translated by Minh Anh