Vietnam honors foreign military delegations at National Day parade

This afternoon, the Ministry of National Defense hosted a gathering and presented gifts to military delegations from countries participating in the parade commemorating the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution and National Day on September 2.

Vietnam extended invitations to the defense ministries of four countries, requesting their armed forces to participate in the celebratory parade. By noon today, the Chinese military parade unit had arrived in Hanoi.

The four participating parade units include personnel from the People's Liberation Army of China, the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation, the Lao People's Army, and the Royal Cambodian Armed Forces.

The involvement of military personnel from these international allies in the parade is a powerful symbol of national and global solidarity, championing peace, cooperation, friendship, and development. Their participation reflects international recognition and appreciation for Vietnam's journey of struggle, nation-building, and progress, while affirming the country’s and the Vietnam People's Army’s growing prestige on the global stage.

Speaking at the event, Senior Lieutenant General Hoang Xuan Chien, Deputy Minister of National Defense, extended warm congratulations and gratitude on behalf of Vietnam’s Ministry of National Defense to the governments, defense ministries, and armed forces of the participating nations for sending troops to join the 80th National Day parade.

"The presence of our comrades and friends here is a vivid expression of noble international solidarity and our shared commitment to building a world of peace, friendship, and cooperation. We are deeply moved by the sight of our comrades, especially the Chinese soldiers who, having just landed at Noi Bai International Airport, made it in time to attend this heartfelt gathering," said Senior Lieutenant General Hoang Xuan Chien.

The Deputy Minister noted that in just three days, Vietnam will host the official parade to commemorate its 80th National Day. A full rehearsal is scheduled for 6:30 a.m. tomorrow.

Senior Lieutenant General Hoang Xuan Chien expressed confidence that the four international parade contingents will overcome challenges such as time zone differences and living conditions to march in unison with the Vietnam People's Army and mass units at the historic Ba Dinh Square, fulfilling their duties with excellence.

He extended his congratulations and gratitude to the defense ministries and armed forces of the participating countries, particularly the 405 officers and soldiers contributing to this important milestone in Vietnam’s history.