By assisting people in building new-style rural areas, hosting cultural exchanges, and other initiatives, the unit has strengthened ties with local authorities and people and contributed significantly to fortifying "the people's heart posture."
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Officers and soldiers of Artillery Brigade 16 assist locals in building new-style rural areas. |
In Phu Quang Parish in Quynh Tam commune, Quynh Luu district, Nghe An province, on a Sunday, local youth and soldiers from Brigade 16 joined hands in a "Green Sunday" initiative. Amid a vibrant display of solidarity, they enthusiastically repaired and cleaned inter-village roads. Tran Van The, a member of Phu Quang Parish's pastoral council, expressed his gratitude, saying, “Green Sunday is part of a long-standing collaboration program with Artillery Brigade 16. Their support has helped the community build meaningful works.”
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Helping residents of Village 4 renovate the cultural house |
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Supporting the community in Quynh Tam Commune with inter-field road repairs |
Crossing various locations where Brigade 16 operates, we witnessed numerous initiatives reflecting the close bond between the unit and the local population. Standing by Cultural House No.4, Nguyen Thi Hong Hoa, a native in the area, shared, “Our cultural house had fallen into disrepair over time, but thanks to the support and efforts of Brigade 16, it has been renovated, providing a better place for gatherings and recreational activities. Our partnership with Battalion 2 of Artillery Brigade 16 also helps promote local culture activities regularly, thus contributing to strengthening the military-civilian solidarity."
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Artillery Brigade 16 presents bicycles to disadvantaged students during the inauguration of cultural house No.4. |
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Visiting and presenting gifts to a policy family in the area |
Colonel Dang Thanh Hong, Political Chief of Artillery Brigade 16, noted that the unit’s leadership understands that effective community engagement supports the fulfillment of their duties. Therefore, their Party committee and chain of command have prioritized cultivating relationships with locals. Through dedication, the unit’s officers and soldiers have joined local leaders and residents in advancing the development and safety of the area.
As part of the movement to build new-style rural areas, Brigade 16 has contributed to building many practical local works. Every year, the brigade's troops contribute thousands of working hours, working alongside residents to build and repair roads, dredge canals, and assist locals in other public activities. During holidays, the brigade also visits and provides gifts to families in need, and offers free medical check-ups and medicines.
Translated by Trung Thanh