Leader of Ca Mau province visits and encourages foreign crew-members rescued at sea

On behalf of the provincial leadership, the Deputy Chairman inquired about the health of the foreign crew members. He also praised the sense of responsibility shown by the boat owner and captain of Fishing Vessel CM 91753 TS, as well as the troops of Khanh Hoi Border Station under the Ca Mau Provincial Border Guard Command, for their rescue and humanitarian support efforts.

Deputy Chairman of the Ca Mau provincial People’s Committee Le Van Su and Commanding Officer of the Ca Mau provincial Border Guard Command Senior Colonel Pham Anh Chuong present gifts to the rescued victims.

Deputy Chairman Le Van Su emphasized that the responsibility and prompt actions of the fishermen and border guards not only reflect the noble traditions of the Vietnamese people but also help project a positive image of the Ca Mau Border Guard and the local community. Their example serves to inspire other fishermen, raising awareness of maritime rescue and safety at sea. Such efforts also contribute to people-to-people diplomacy and to maintaining security and order in Vietnam’s maritime jurisdiction.

On this occasion, the Ca Mau Provincial People’s Committee awarded certificates of merit to one group and eight individuals in recognition of their dedication and contributions to national sovereignty and border security, in close connection with humanitarian and maritime rescue missions.

Earlier, around 2:00 p.m. on June 8, Captain Phil of Fishing Vessel CM 91753 TS contacted the boat owner, Mr. Sin, via Icom radio to report that at approximately 1:30 p.m. on June 7, while fishing about 70 nautical miles southeast of Hon Khoai Island (within Vietnamese waters), their vessel had spotted a drifting raft carrying eight foreign nationals (six men and two women) signaling for help.

Le Van Su and Senior Colonel Pham Anh Chuong present certificates of merit from the Chairman of the Ca Mau provincial People’s Committee to individuals who excelled in rescuing foreign crew members adrift at sea.

Upon receiving the report, Mr. Sin immediately notified the Khanh Hoi Border Station. The station then instructed Captain Phil to approach the location and conduct the rescue. Fishing Vessel CM 91753 TS successfully reached the site, brought all eight individuals on board, and transported them ashore, where they were handed over to the border station.

The station then provided food, medical assistance, and completed the necessary legal procedures for the rescued individuals.

Translated by Trung Thanh