Vietnam prepares naval parade in Khanh Hoa ahead of National Day celebrations
Vietnam's armed forces are preparing to stage a maritime parade in the south-central coastal province of Khanh Hoa as part of upcoming National Day celebrations, the Ministry of National Defense said on Saturday.
The Vietnam People's Navy will lead the operation, deploying submarines, surface vessels, naval aircraft and specialist units.
The parade is part of preparations to mark the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution and National Day on September 2.
Sailors from the Vietnamese navy rehearse a flag salute aboard a naval vessel in Khanh Hoa Province, south-central Vietnam. Photo courtesy of the Vietnam People’s Navy/Handout via Tuoi Tre
Units have conducted vessel-based rehearsals, formation drills and scenario-based exercises, and all participating equipment has been inspected and maintained, the ministry said.
Rear Admiral Nguyen Van Bach, Deputy Commander and Chief of Staff of the Navy, urged participating units to maintain discipline and ensure safety during preparations and deployment.
A Kilo-class submarine operated by the Vietnamese navy is seen in Khanh Hoa Province, south-central Vietnam. Photo courtesy of the Vietnam People’s Navy/Handout via Tuoi Tre
K28 helicopters from Naval Air Brigade 954 conduct take-off and landing drills. Photo courtesy of the Vietnam People’s Navy/Handout via Tuoi Tre
Bao Anh - Nam Tran / Tuoi Tre News
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