Division 9’s troops assist southern localities in COVID-19 control

PANO – Amid the complicated developments of the COVID-19 pandemic in southern localities, Division 9 has sent its troops to support Ho Chi Minh City and Binh Duong province in the pandemic fight. With the spirit of “For the people to serve” and enthusiasm, the unit’s troops have braved harsh weather conditions and closely worked with local authorities, organizations and armed forces to prevent COVID-19 in the two southern localities. Reportedly, Army Corps 4 has mobilized 4,000 troops from its affiliated units, including Division 9, to reinforce southern localities’ efforts in containing the virus. Below are photos of Division 9’s troops assisting Ho Chi Minh City and Binh Duong province in containing SARS-CoV-2. Translated by Chung Anh

Vietnamese sniper troops perform well at Army Games 2021

04/09/2021 19:13
PANO – The Vietnamese Sniper Contingent has won the gold medal for the first time after four stages with 13 shooting exercises of the “Sniper Frontier” contest at the Army Games 2021. The “Sniper Frontier” contest requires contestants to have good physical strength and perform accurate moves in the shortest time. With solidarity and flexibility, the Vietnamese contingent won the first place. The remarkable achievements have left good impression on teams from other countries. Below are photos featuring the Vietnamese Sniper Contingent’s impressive performance at the Army Games 2021. Translated by Quynh Oanh

Dramatic competition at “Race to Victory” stage of “Emergency Area” contest

03/09/2021 19:06
PANO - On September 2, the National Day of Vietnam, the final stage “Race to Victory” of the “Emergency Area” contest of the ongoing Army Games 2021 saw the competition among six teams from Vietnam, Russia, Laos, Belarus and Mali. In this stage, six competing teams were divided into three groups, Vietnam 2 - Mali, Laos - Belarus, and Vietnam 1 - Russia. The most dramatic was the competition between Vietnam 1 and Russia teams. PANO would like to introduce impressive photos of the dramatic competition between the two teams. Translated by Mai Huong

Athletes compete at “Relay Race” stage of “Emergency Area” contest

02/09/2021 17:38
PANO – On September 1, participating teams from Russia, Laos, Belarus, Mali and Vietnam competed in “Relay Race,” the second stage of the “Emergency Area” contest of the Army Games 2021 at the National Military Training Center No.4. In this stage, competing teams were required to respond to construction collapses, natural disasters and chemical incidents. Based on their strengths, members of teams were assigned to dealing with separate parts of the stage, so as to make the most of their speed, strength and stamina to complete the stage in the shortest time. Their results were determined by the actual time recorded from the moment of “Start” to “Finish,” taking into account the penalty time and time for a pit stop. Below are some photos of the second stage of the “Emergency Area” contest of the Army Games 2021 held in Vietnam. Translated by Song Anh

Air troops conducting mission amid COVID-19 pandemic

31/08/2021 18:05
PANO – Since the COVID-19 outbreak in southern localities, together with carrying out training and combat readiness missions, the officers, pilots and technicians of Air Force Brigade 918 of the Air Defense - Air Force Service have conducted flights to transport personnel, necessities and medical equipment to reinforce pandemic prevention and control efforts of front-line forces in the region. All preparation of the unit’s personnel for transport missions usually starts at four in the morning. Before loading packages onto cargo compartments, aircraft are technically double-checked by technicians to ensure safe flights. Below are some photos reflecting Air Force Brigade 918’s preparation for a flight to transport personnel, goods and medical equipment to southern localities. Translated by Chung Anh

Vietnamese Meridian Contingent’s journey in Army Games 2021

30/08/2021 16:38
PANO – The Vietnamese Meridian Contingent has clinched the bronze medal of the “Meridian” contest, successfully completing their journey of the first time participating in the International Army Games 2021. The People’s Army Newspaper would like to introduce some images of the team at this year’s contest. Translated by Chung Anh

Troops deliver food to pandemic-hit people

26/08/2021 20:18
PANO – Military troops collaborated with relevant forces to deliver food and necessities to citizens in 11 wards of Thuan An city and Tan Uyen town of Binh Duong province on August 24 and 25. Each gift cost VND 50,000, including rice, water, and other necessities. As estimated, more than 332,000 people and employees in seven wards of Tan Uyen town, namely Hoi Nghia, Khanh Binh, Thai Hoa, Tan Phuoc Khanh, Uyen Hung, Tan Hiep and Tan Vinh Hiep were provided with food and necessities. The People’s Army Newspaper would like to introduce some images of Binh Duong troops supporting locals to fight the pandemic. Translated by Song Anh

Chemical Contingent Active in Preparation for “Safe Environment” Competition

25/08/2021 18:08
PANO – One day prior to the competition day (August 25), the Chemical Contingent of the Vietnam People’s Army conducted a combined training practice at Korla Military Training Base in Xinjiang, China. The team has implemented various tasks such as chemical reconnaissance, searching of radioactive sources, decontamination, overcoming obstacles, and firing. The People’s Army Newspaper would like to introduce some images of the Vietnamese Chemical Contingent in their last training session. Translated by Trung Thanh

Guarding troops join COVID-19 fight

22/08/2021 17:08
PANO – These days, Guard Battalion 1 of Brigade 144 under the General Staff has exerted utmost efforts to complete their assignments. In particular, guarding troops have worked around clock to ensure absolute safety of the headquarters, agencies and important targets of the Ministry of National Defense while conducting patrols and controlling military etiquette of officers, and so on. Amid the complicated developments of the COVID-19 pandemic in Hanoi, the unit has promoted drastic measures to maintain the observation of regulations and tightened the control of people and vehicles entering the units to strictly implement COVID-19 prevention regulations. PANO would like to introduce a number of photos featuring troops of Guard Battalion 1 in their task performance. Translated by Quynh Oanh

Vietnamese chemical troops train on desert

19/08/2021 17:31
PANO - The Vietnamese Chemical Contingent is taking advantage of their remaining time before the “Safe Environment” event of the Army Games 2021 starts to train and get used to weapons and equipment. Training at Korla military base in Xinjiang, China, which is situated in Taklamakan Desert, the chemical troops have to familiarize themselves with the local harsh weather with dry and oxygen-deficient air. Despite weather-caused difficulties, the Vietnamese athletes are determined to achieve the best possible results at the upcoming event. PANO would like to introduce photos of a training day of the Vietnamese Chemical Contingent. Reported from Xinjiang, China Translated by Mai Huong

Veterans actively fight COVID-19

17/08/2021 19:46
PANO - Thousands of veterans of the Hanoi Capital Veterans’ Association have pioneered in the combat against COVID-19. In any COVID-19 clusters in the capital city, it is easy to see grey-haired veterans in old uniforms gently reminding and resolutely asking local residents to strictly observe the pandemic prevention and control regulations. Their dedication have effectively contributed to the efficiency of the capital city’s COVID-19 prevention and control work. Below are several photos of the active participation of the veterans in the COVID-19 control efforts. Translated by Chung Anh

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