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Truong Sa Archipelago in Hearts of Overseas Vietnamese
In 10 journeys to bring overseas Vietnamese back to their homeland, many young Vietnamese set foot on Truong Sa (Spratly). This place aroused in them a strong love for their homeland.
Seas and islands
Association of Viet Students and Professionals in US: Towards Homeland's Seas and Islands
Le Tu My Lien, Association of Vietnamese Students and Professionals in the US discussed with the Vietnam Times about the youth and dynamism of the Vietnamese student community in the US as well as activities towards the homeland's seas and islands
Seas and islands
Truong Sa Archipelago: Rendezvous of Overseas Vietnamese
Nearly 50 overseas Vietnamese living in 22 countries are on the same ship, set foot on the sacred but also the most remote territory: Truong Sa (Spratly). The trip to the Truong Sa (Spratly) Islands and DK1 rig from April 18-23 is the most memorable trip in their life.
Vietnam's Naval Soldiers Guard National Seas and Islands
In the Truong Sa (Spratly) Islands of the Fatherland, naval soldiers in their twenties are guarding day and night to protect the sovereignty of the islands.
Thai Binh Border Guard Supports Fishermen at Sea
For many years, the Border Guard of Thai Binh province has always been the main force accompanying fishermen at sea; mobilizing them to carry out fishing activities in accordance with the law, to maintain sovereignty over Vietnam's seas and islands.
Hai Phong: First National Sea, Island Folk Culture Festival on The Horizon
The first Vietnam Sea and Island Folklore Festival and the 2023 Do Son Festival will take place in the northern port city of Hai Phong from April 28-29, featuring a wide range of cultural and sports activities.
Overseas Vietnamese Visit Truong Sa Island District, DK1 Platform
More than 47 overseas Vietnamese (OVs) from 22 countries worldwide visited residents and soldiers in Truong Sa island district and DK1 Platform from April 18-23.
Vietnamese Naval Service's Delegation Visits Officers, Soldiers on DK1 Righouse
The official delegation led by Deputy Chief of the Staff of the Vietnam People's Navy Rear Admiral Tran Ngoc Quyet completed a successful visit to Truong Sa island district (Khanh Hoa) and the DK1 righouse of the Third Mission on the fishing boat KN491 with many meaningful activities to strengthen the relationship between the People's Naval Service and the local people.
Free Heart Check-up for Over 1,500 Children in Phu Quy Island District
More than 1.500 children on the island district of Phu Quy in the central province of Binh Thuan, have received free heart check-up.
Truong Sa Club Prepared to be Established in Netherlands
Vietnamese expatriates in in the Netherlands is preparing to establish a Truong Sa Club.
English Training Course Launched for Coast Guard Officers
On April 4, in Phu Quoc city, the Command of the Coast Guard Region 4 opened an English language training course for officers.
French Frigate Prairial Visits Hai Phong City
This visit of the French frigate Prairial aims to further cooperation between the two navies and cultural exchanges between both countries.
US Pledges to Assist Vietnam Improve Maritime Capacity
Representatives of the US side reaffirmed their commitments to continue assisting Vietnam in improving its maritime capacity, law enforcement and identification of remains of Vietnamese soldiers through training and equipment transfer.
Books to Raise Awareness of National Sovereignty over Seas and Islands
Six books about the homeland's sea and islands not only spread patriotism, but also contribute to raising the awareness of protecting national sovereignty for most Vietnamese people and the international community.
10th Ocean Dialogue Dicusses Offshore Renewable Energy Potential
Vietnam and other coastal countries in the region have both opportunities and challenges in developing offshore renewable energy, according to the 10th Ocean Dialogue held in Khanh Hoa province on Thursday.
Overseas Vietnamese Commemorate Gac Ma Fallen Soldiers
March 14 exactly 35 years ago, 64 soldiers of the Vietnam People’s Navy laid down their lives defending national sovereignty in Truong Sa.
Kien Giang Fishermen Strictly Follow IUU Combat Drive
The local fishermen at the fishing port of Nam Du commune (Kien Hai district, Kien Giang province), on March 13, signed a commitment not to violate llegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing fishing regulations. This is an activity organized by the Command Minister of Coast Guard Region 4 in collaboration with the Propaganda Department of the Kien Giang Provincial Party Committee.
Coast Guard Ramps up Communications Work to Combat IUU Fishing
Vietnam's localities fights IUU fishing with strong determination
Da Nang Pays Tribute to Fallen Soldiers in Gac Ma Battle
War veterans and residents commemorates of naval soldiers who sacrificed their lives while safeguarding Gac Ma Reef in Vietnam’s Truong Sa (Spratly) archipelago 35 years ago.
Fishermen Aided by Naval Ship after Accidents at Sea
Two fishermen from Ba Ria-Vung Tau province were crushed by anchor lines and nets while fishing at sea. Both were promptly aided by Naval Region 2 ship.
Vietnam Puts Forward Initiatives for Marine Biological Diversity
The fifth session of the Intergovernmental Conference on an international legally binding instrument under the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) on the conservation and sustainable use of marine biological diversity of areas beyond national jurisdiction concluded in New York on March 5, with participants reaching an agreement on the instrument.
Vietnam Contributes to Perfecting UNCLOS 1982
From 1977 to now, Vietnam remains consistent and steadfast in negotiations to reach agreements in accordance with the law and international practice of the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea 1982 (UNCLOS 1982). Vietnam applies the principle of equity to achieve a just solution.
Vietnam, Japan Conduct Search, Rescue Drills at Sea
A delegation of Settsu patrol ship and Japan Coast Guard led by its Deputy Commander Maj. Gen Nagai Nobukazu visited and had an exchange with officers of the Vietnam Coast Guard Region 2 stationed in Nui Thanh district, the central province of Quang Nam.
