The High Command of the Vietnam Navy on May 7 held a ceremony in central
Khanh Hoa province to celebrate the 58th anniversary of the
establishment of the Vietnam People’s Navy (VPN), which dates back to
May 7, 1955.
Addressing the ceremony held on Song Tu
Tay island of Truong Sa island district, Rear Admiral Dinh Gia That,
Political Commissar of the VPN, stressed that the event is of
significance for naval officers and soldiers as it recounts the
glorious traditions of their predecessors who built and developed the
force over 50 years.
He said that firmly protecting
national sovereignty over sea and islands as well as continental shelves
is the honourable responsibility of the whole nation, of which, the
Vietnam People’s Navy plays a crucial role.
On the
pathway of development, the VPN has been honoured for its remarkable
records and victories, with a number of rewards, including the title of
Hero of the people’s armed forces, Golden Star Order, Ho Chi Minh Order,
among others.
On this occasion, a stronger call was
made to improve staff awareness of their duties so that they will exert
more efforts to modernise the people’s navy to protect national
sovereignty over sea and islands, therefore contributing to maintaining
peace, stability and friendship with neighbouring countries.-VNA