Hanoi: State President Luong Cuong has urged officers and soldiers of the Vietnam People’s Navy to strengthen solidarity, remain proactive, flexible, and creative, and seize opportunities to overcome challenges and excellently accomplish all assigned tasks, resolutely safeguarding national sovereignty over seas and islands. Addressing a ceremony hosted by the Vietnam People’s Navy in the northern city of Hai Phong on May 7 to mark its 70th founding anniversary (May 7, 1955 – 2025), Cuong requested the naval force to continuously uphold the noble traditions of the nation, the heroic Vietnam People’s Army and its glorious legacy, and stay committed to well performing their mission.

According to Vietnam News Agency, President Cuong highlighted the importance of unity and adaptability among the naval forces in maintaining the nation’s maritime sovereignty. He emphasized the need for the forces to embrace opportunities to effectively tackle challenges, ensuring that the Vietnam People’s Navy remains a formidable and resilient component of the country’s defense strategy.