Recruits of Brigade 490 Get Familiar with Training

PANO - In their first days at Brigade 490, many new soldiers still felt unfamiliar and faced initial difficulties in adapting to the routines of military environment. However, thanks to the close attention and dedicated guidance of higher-level officers, they quickly integrated into the military environment, gaining confidence and maintaining a positive mindset toward training and discipline. Translated by Quynh Oanh

Live-fire Test Conducted for Soldiers of Regiment 141

20/04/2026 23:46
PANO – Regiment 141 under Division 312 of Army Corps 12 has recently conducted a live-fire test using various infantry weapons for second-year soldiers. The test was thoroughly prepared and rigorously organized, ensuring compliance with plans, contents, and requirements. Thanks to systematic training, extensive practice, and strong determination, all soldiers demonstrated a solid understanding of weapon characteristics and structures, executed procedures correctly, and maintained composure and confidence in implementing the test. The results showed that 100% of participating soldiers met the required standards, with 52.4% achieving excellent performance. Translated by Trung Thanh

Training Ground at Sea

13/04/2026 23:32
PANO - Amidst the deep blue sea where fierce waves and harsh undercurrents prevail, the “training ground” of officers and soldiers of Naval Commando Brigade 126 has no boundaries. During long-distance swims in rough sea and strong winds, each soldier not only builds physical endurance, but also forges resilience, determination, and unwavering courage in the face of all challenges. Training exercises that involve approaching targets in absolute silence, a distinctive hallmark of naval commandos, requires precision, secrecy, and the highest level of discipline. Over 60 years of building, fighting, and development (April 13, 1966-2026), generations of troops of Naval Commando Brigade 126 have built a tradition of bravery, ingenuity, and creativity. They are special troops who are always ready for missions, contributing to firmly safeguarding national sovereignty over sea and islands. Translated by Quynh Oanh

First Training Experiences in Military

31/03/2026 21:16
PANO – After initial unfamiliarity, recruits of Brigade 144 under the General Staff have quickly adapted to the military environment and begun carrying out training tasks as planned. For recruits, the first three months of training are often challenging and demanding, but they also represent a crucial period for adaptation and preparation for subsequent training phases. Assigned with the task of training recruits, from the beginning of the year, the Party Committee and Chain-of-Command of Training Battalion 4 under Brigade 144 have effectively prepared training models and equipment, reinforced training grounds, and organized refresher training for instructors. Building on excellent training achievements for five consecutive years, the unit is determined to successfully fulfill its 2026 new recruit training mission. Below are some images of daily activities of new recruits at Brigade 144. Translated by Chung Anh

Event Promotes Friendship, Solidarity, and Cooperation between Neighboring Countries

18/03/2026 22:30
PANO - The first day of the 10th Vietnam - China Border Defense Friendship Exchange concluded successfully with a range of activities held in Quang Ninh province, contributing to strengthening friendship, solidarity, and cooperation between the militaries and peoples of the two countries. Below are photos of the activities held in Vietnam within the framework of the exchange. Translated by Tran Hoai

Trust Placed in Every Ballot

16/03/2026 22:22
PANO – On March 15, in a solemn yet vibrant atmosphere, voters across the country went to polling stations to exercise their rights and fulfill their civic duties. From mountainous areas, border regions and islands to major urban centers, election organization was carefully carried out, ensuring compliance with regulations while maintaining safety and democracy. From early morning, many voters, including veterans, members of the armed forces, Youth Union members, and local residents, were present at polling stations. The festive atmosphere of the nationwide event was clearly reflected in the colorful flags, banners, and slogans decorating streets and residential areas. In a number of remote localities, election preparations were made meticulously to facilitate full participation of local people. According to reports, in many areas, a high percentage of voters cast their ballots early in the morning, demonstrating their sense of responsibility, as well as their trust and expectations for those who will represent their aspirations and will. The election day truly became a nationwide festival, contributing to strengthening the great national unity bloc and promoting the people’s right to mastery. Translated by Trung Thanh

Recruits Joyfully Cast Votes for First Time

15/03/2026 22:01
PANO - Amidst the upbeat atmosphere leading up to the election of deputies to the 16th National Assembly and People’s Councils at all levels for the 2026-2031 term, voters at Battalion 4 of Brigade 144 under the General Staff are ready to take part in the ballot. For the recruits, this marks the first time they have held a ballot to exercise their rights and duties as citizens, an experience made even more meaningful as they perform their voting rights within the military environment. Translated by Chung Anh

Capital Adorned with Flags and Flowers to Welcome Major National Event

14/03/2026 00:07
PANO - In recent days, the atmosphere surrounding the election of deputies to the 16th National Assembly and People’s Councils at all levels for the 2026–2031 term has spread across the streets and neighborhoods of Hanoi. Across many streets, decoration and publicity activities have been carried out in a careful and coordinated manner. Large posters and visual displays have been attractively designed, making the information easy for residents to see while adding vibrant highlights to Hanoi’s streets ahead of the election day and emphasizing the significance of this major political event. Below are photos of Hanoi’s streets ahead of the major event of the nation. Translated by Chung Anh

Ballots amidst open sea: Faith sent to motherland

12/03/2026 23:01
PANO - In the Truong Sa (Spratly) archipelago, Vietnam’s frontline, election day proceeded solemnly, lawfully, and safely. On these islands, officers, soldiers, and locals exercised their voting rights with high responsibility, viewing it as a vital political task. Each ballot represents more than a choice of deputies; it embodies faith in national development and the indomitable will of those at the frontline. Guarding sovereignty while voting demonstrates the great national unity and the steadfast stance of forces protecting the country’s seas. Amidst the open sea, democratic values remain as persistent as the waves, with the motherland present in every ballot. Translated by Minh Anh

The nation’s festival at sea

07/03/2026 23:39
PANO - Voters performing duties aboard patrol vessels safeguarding sovereignty and controlling illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing in Vietnamese waters bordering Malaysia and Indonesia have completed their early voting for deputies to the 16th National Assembly (N.A.) and people’s councils at all levels for the 2026-2031 term. Shortly after the Lunar New Year holiday, the offshore election team (Election Team No.10) of Phuoc Thang ward, Ho Chi Minh City, together with the working delegation aboard Fisheries Surveillance Vessel KN 260 under the Fisheries Surveillance Squadron No.2 began an over 1,000 nautical miles journey to reach those voters. After eight days reaching polling stations at sea, the election team successfully collected early votes from those voters, ensuring full compliance with procedures, electoral principles, and legal regulations, while maintaining absolute safety for personnel and election materials. Translated by Mai Huong

Military Hospital 103 - Pioneer of modern military medicine

28/02/2026 23:30
PANO - Military Hospital 103 of the Military Medical University has affirmed its position as one of the leading centers for training, research, and specialized treatment within the Vietnam People’s Army and nationwide. With an increasingly synchronized and modern infrastructure, along with a team of highly qualified physicians and scientists, the hospital has mastered numerous advanced techniques, such as organ transplantation, vascular intervention, molecular biology, and intensive emergency and critical care, approaching regional and international standards. In particular, the promotion of digital transformation in medical examination and treatment, featuring automatic registration via citizen identification cards, VNeID, and facial recognition technology, has not only shortened waiting times, but also marked a significant breakthrough in the administrative reform of military healthcare. Translated by Song Anh

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