Lieutenant General Do Xuan Tung and Lieutenant General Do Van Banh were promoted to the rank of Senior Lieutenant General at a ceremony in Hanoi on December 19.

Ship 09 of Brigade 171, together with a delegation of the VN People’s Navy, on December 13 departed Indonesian waters, concluding its mission participating in the second ASEAN–US Maritime Exercise (AUMX-2) held in Batam Island, Indonesia.

Lieutenant General Le Van Huong, Director of the Military Personnel Department, has been appointed Deputy Chief of the General Staff of the Vietnam People’s Army.

On December 4, the 15th meeting of the Central Military Commission for the 2020–2025 term continued its agenda under the chairmanship of General Phan Van Giang, Minister of National Defense.

The President stressed that these decisions reflect the Party and State’s recognition and appreciation of the three officers’ great efforts and contributions to the national construction and defence.

Vietnamese peacekeepers are winning hearts in Africa through smiles and meaningful acts, bridging cultural gaps and fostering trust among local communities.

Armed Forces Hero and Lieutenant Colonel Le Thi Hang shared her journey of researching, mastering and developing core technology, contributing to the growth of Vietnam’s missile industry.

Deep beneath Hai Phong, a military unit hones the combat and rescue skills of elite divers with world-class technology and training.

Regiment 196, Vietnam’s first submarine unit, stands as a silent yet strategic force defending national sovereignty beneath the sea.

The General Staff of the Vietnam People's Army is overseeing the organization and training of military and militia forces for the grand parade commemorating the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution and National Day on September 2.

National defense diplomacy is a core element within the overall foreign policy strategy of the Party and State. It has accompanied the progress of Vietnam’s diplomacy and is closely tied to many of the nation’s most glorious historical milestones.

For the first time, the display includes Nguyen Dynasty royal administrative documents and woodblocks, recognised by UNESCO as World Documentary Heritage.

Vietnam’s Ministry of National Defense has announced major structural reforms, merging several key agencies to streamline military operations. The restructuring was completed ahead of schedule to improve national defense efficiency.

Following this direction, on March 3, 1955, the Ministry of National Defence decided to establish the Airport Research Department, marking the formation of Vietnam's air force.

At recruitment sites across the city, families and loved ones shared emotional moments, embracing, handing over lucky red envelopes, and exchanging last-minute words of encouragement.

The 2025 recruitment cycle introduces tighter health checks and prioritizes university graduates to improve overall military quality.

Tens of thousands of young people nationwide will depart for military service from February 13 to 15.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has appointed Lieutenant Generals Thai Dai Ngoc and Nguyen Quang Ngoc as Deputy Chiefs of the General Staff of the Vietnam People's Army, marking significant promotions for the commanders of Military Regions 5 and 3.

Vietnam’s military is undergoing a comprehensive restructuring process aimed at creating a compact, efficient, and modern force to meet evolving national defense needs.