Vietnam Celebrates 80th Anniversary of People’s Army, 35th Anniversary of All-People Defence Festival
HANOI, Dec 13 (Bernama-VNA) – The Vietnamese Embassies and defence attaché offices in Cambodia, South Africa, and Malaysia held ceremonies marking the 80th anniversary of the Vietnam People’s Army (VPA) and the 35th anniversary of the All-People Defence Festival on December 12.
Ceremonies Held in Phnom Penh, Pretoria, and Kuala Lumpur
In Phnom Penh, Vietnamese defence attaché Colonel Tran Van Tam briefed over 700 guests on the development history of the VPA as well as the Vietnam – Cambodia military – defence cooperation over the past years. He said the Vietnamese army has developed unceasingly, demonstrating the mettle of a revolutionary army and a special political force that is absolutely loyal to the Party, State, and people.
Vietnamese Ambassador to Cambodia Nguyen Huy Tang laid stress on the time-honoured solidarity and friendship between the two countries, with the defence relations having been a pillar and a solid foundation to bolster other closer relationships.
Strong Bonds between Vietnam and Cambodia
General Phat Vibolsophea, Deputy Director of General Department of Policy and Foreign Affairs and Director of the Department of International Cooperation under the Cambodian Defence Ministry, spoke highly of the strong bonds between the two armies, expressing his gratitude to the Vietnamese Government, army, and people for their assistance, helping the Royal Cambodian Armed Forces strengthen infrastructure and train officers.
Celebrations in Pretoria and Kuala Lumpur
In Pretoria, Vietnamese Ambassador to South Africa Hoang Sy Cuong recalled the eight-decade history of the VPA and thanked competent agencies in South Africa for their practical contributions to bolstering multifaceted cooperation with Vietnam, including in the area of defence, thus contributing to maintaining peace, security, and prosperity in each region.
Vietnamese defence attaché Colonel Tran Van Hieu affirmed that as a pillar in Vietnam’s foreign policy, defence diplomacy has been an important channel that shapes up and consolidates the strategic confidence while building the relationship with other countries and international organisations.
Vietnam’s Defence Diplomacy
Vietnam has engaged in various regional and international multilateral military and defence forums and mechanisms. The country has set up defence cooperation with more than 100 countries across the globe. Vietnamese defence attaché Colonel Ngo Ngoc Thang highlighted defence diplomacy as a key pillar of Vietnam’s foreign policy, serving as an essential channel to build strategic trust and foster friendship with other nations and international organisations.
Conclusion
The Vietnam People’s Army has made significant contributions to national liberation and protection, as well as global peace. The country’s defence diplomacy has played a crucial role in shaping up and consolidating strategic confidence, building relationships with other countries and international organisations. The celebration of the 80th anniversary of the VPA and the 35th anniversary of the All-People Defence Festival serves as a testament to the nation’s resilience and commitment to peace and security.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the significance of the 80th anniversary of the Vietnam People’s Army and the 35th anniversary of the All-People Defence Festival?
- The celebrations mark the country’s significant milestones in national liberation and protection, as well as global peace.
- What is Vietnam’s defence diplomacy strategy?
- Defence diplomacy is a key pillar of Vietnam’s foreign policy, aiming to build strategic trust and foster friendship with other nations and international organisations.
- How many countries has Vietnam engaged in defence cooperation with?
- Vietnam has set up defence cooperation with more than 100 countries across the globe.