Vietnam’s Ministry of National Defence has appointed three officers to participate in the United Nations peacekeeping missions UNMISS and UNISFA. Lieutenant Colonel Vũ Thị Kim Oanh and Lieutenant Colonel Nguyễn Văn Thu will take on important roles at UNISFA, while Captain Chu Tuấn Linh will serve as a military observer at UNMISS. The officers have been confirmed as qualified and experienced for their new assignments, with a commitment to uphold Vietnam’s values of peace and cooperation.
On Monday, the Ministry of National Defence of Vietnam organized a ceremony in Hà Nội to officially present the State President’s assignments to three military officers who will commence their roles with the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) and the UN Interim Security Force for Abyei (UNISFA). The officers include Lieutenant Colonel Vũ Thị Kim Oanh, who will serve as a quartermaster at UNISFA, and Lieutenant Colonel Nguyễn Văn Thu, appointed as a senior staff officer for training at the same mission. Additionally, Captain Chu Tuấn Linh is designated as a military observer at UNMISS. They will replace their Vietnamese predecessors currently serving in these capacities. Major General Phạm Mạnh Thắng, the Director of the Vietnam Department of Peacekeeping Operations, emphasized that the newly assigned officers have undergone sufficient methodological training and have fulfilled the qualifications set by the United Nations as well as the Vietnamese Ministry of Defence. Notably, Lieutenant Colonel Oanh has previous experience as a military observer at UNMISS, while Lieutenant Colonel Thu has served as a logistics staff officer at UNISFA. Deputy Defence Minister, Senior Lieutenant General Hoàng Xuân Chiến, congratulated the officers on their appointments. He acknowledged their exemplary military service and highlighted the relevance of their past experiences to their upcoming duties in the peacekeeping missions. In expressing their commitment to excellence, Lieutenant Colonel Oanh articulated a pledge on behalf of the three officers, promising to foster solidarity, collaborate effectively with their colleagues, and diligently pursue the objectives set by the United Nations, the Central Military Commission, and the Ministry of Defence. She further stated their intention to depict the image of a hospitable and peace-loving Vietnam, embodying the admirable qualities associated with “Uncle Hồ’s soldiers.”
This article discusses the recent deployment of Vietnamese peacekeepers to international missions, specifically UNMISS and UNISFA. Peacekeeping is a significant aspect of Vietnam’s involvement in global security and diplomacy, showcasing the nation’s commitment to promoting peace and stability in conflict-affected regions. The officers’ successful training and their prior experiences underline the capability and readiness of the Vietnamese military to participate in such important international efforts.
In conclusion, the deployment of these three Vietnamese officers to UNMISS and UNISFA marks an important step in Vietnam’s contributions to international peacekeeping efforts. Their appointments reflect a commitment to maintaining global peace and order, while also exemplifying the professional qualifications of the Vietnamese military. The officers’ dedication to embodying the humanitarian spirit of Vietnam demonstrates the nation’s values on the global stage.
Original Source: vietnamnews.vn
