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On the morning of February 24, the Ministry of National Defense organized the 2026 Spring Conference. General Phan Van Giang, Politburo member, Deputy Secretary of the Central Military Commission, Minister of National Defense chaired the conference. Download General Phan Van Giang spoke at the initial handover conference for the Spring of Binh Ngo 2026. Photo: MND Attending the conference were Deputy Minister of National Defense, Deputy Director of the General Department of Politics, Deputy Chief of General Staff of the Vietnam Peoples Army and representatives of leaders and commanders of functional agencies under the Ministry of National Defense. The conference focused on assessing the situation of combat readiness, organizing the Lunar New Year of Binh Ngo 2026 and implementing tasks focus in March 2026. Accordingly, during the 2026 Lunar New Year, the entire army maintains strict combat readiness; Strictly manage the airspace, seas, borders, inland and cyberspace; firmly grasp the situation, promptly advise and effectively handle military and defense situations, avoid being passive or surprised, and firmly protect the territorial sovereignty of the Fatherland. Agencies and units serve thoughtfully. Leaders of the Party, State, and Ministry of National Defense visit and inspect combat readiness work, wishing New Year to a number of localities, units in remote areas, seas and islands, DK1 Rig; coordinate to maintain political security, social order and safety so that the People can enjoy Spring and celebrate Tet with joy and happiness. The Navy, Border Guard, Coast Guard, and standing militia squadrons closely coordinate and stay ready to fight in key sea areas; organize patrols, control, and prevent illegal entry and exit; Resolutely and persistently fight and drive away foreign ships violating Vietnamese waters; propagate and prevent illegal, unreported and unregulated seafood exploitation. The Ministry of National Defense has carefully prepared and closely organized the online briefing conference; The communication and cipher systems are guaranteed to be smooth and safe, effectively serving the direction of the Party and State leaders and the entire military command. The Border Guard and Coast Guard deployed a peak fight against crime, smuggling, trade fraud, and counterfeit goods before, during and after Tet. During Tet, the entire army promptly mobilized 1,481 officers, soldiers, and 361 vehicles to participate in search and rescue of 20 incidents in a number of localities; Organize the construction of a pontoon bridge across the Lo River, ensuring traffic at the request of the Prime Minister. Tet duty work is maintained strictly and in accordance with regulations; The operations of the commune-level military command are stable and effective. Units are assigned the task of coordinating to organize New Years Eve fireworks displays in 34 provinces and cities with 298 shooting points, serving people to enjoy Spring and celebrate Tet safely. Agencies and units organize Spring and Tet celebrations according to tradition, ensuring safety, savings, and preserving national cultural identity; Organizing more than 300 practical and meaningful Tet of the Army and People programs such as Spring of Border Guards warms the hearts of the villagers, Tet of the Army - People, Spring of the Border - Tet of Love, Spring of Solidarity - Tet of Love for the Military and People... thereby tightening the solidarity of the army and people. The work of protecting internal politics, ensuring security and safety is seriously implemented; The soldiers ideological situation is stable, their determination is high... Speaking at the conclusion of the conference, General Phan Van Giang praised the agencies and units for strictly maintaining the combat readiness regime, organizing the Lunar New Year of the Horse safely and thoughtfully, successfully completing all assigned tasks. Regarding the tasks in the coming time, General Phan Van Giang requested the entire army to continue strictly maintaining the combat readiness regime; Strictly manage the airspace, sea areas, borders, inland areas, and cyberspace, especially strategic and key areas; Firmly grasp and accurately forecast the situation, promptly advise and effectively handle situations, without being passive or surprised. At the same time, strengthen control and prevent illegal immigration on borders, seas and islands; maintain the Navy, Coast Guard, and militia squadrons standing by and ready to fight in key sea areas. Units delivering troops meet their targets and closely inspect the quality and safety of new soldiers in 2026; Strictly organize the launching ceremony of military training in 2026, creating a vibrant competitive atmosphere right from the first day of military training; Continue to complete the Plan to adjust the Armys organization and staffing for the period 2026-2030. Continue to innovate and improve the quality of political and ideological education; Strengthen the protection of the Partys ideological foundation; fight against wrong and hostile views; Strictly protect internal politics, State secrets, and military secrets. Five new thoughts and perceptions about national defense and protection of the Fatherland. Ready to fight for the sovereignty of the sea and islands of the Fatherland. Effective implementation of public mobilization and policy work; coordinate to prepare and organize well the National Steering Committee Conference 515 and participate in the election of deputies to the 16th National Assembly and Peoples Councils at all levels for the 2026-2031 term in accordance with regulations. In addition, closely implement the 2026 defense foreign affairs program and plan; promote international cooperation on UN peacekeeping and overcoming the consequences of war; Proactively ensure adequate and timely logistics, technical,defense industry and military science meet the task. Well organized Tree planting festival to forever remember Un
