Soldiers from the Lao People’s Army and the Royal Cambodian Army have arrived in the southern province of Binh Duong to take part in rehearsals for the military parade marking the 50th anniversary of the Liberation of the South and National Reunification (April 30, 1975 – 2025).

Soldiers from the Lao People’s Army in a rehearsal.

Invited by Vietnam’s Ministry of National Defence, the participation of the foreign military delegations underscores the strong bonds of friendship and solidarity between the nations.

It also offers an opportunity for regional partners to share the joy with the Vietnamese people in the struggle for national independence.

Along with units from the Vietnam People’s Army and other domestic forces, this year’s parade will include military contingents from China, Laos, and Cambodia.

This marks the first time Vietnam has hosted a national military parade with the involvement of foreign armed forces, which highlights its growing international defence ties and strengthening cooperation among the countries.

At a welcome ceremony for the Lao and Cambodian delegations, Colonel Nguyen Dinh Chuan, Political Commissar of the Binh Duong Provincial Military Command, emphasised the significance of the 50th anniversary of national reunification, noting that hosting and supporting international military delegations is both a responsibility and a great honour for Binh Duong province.

Colonel Sompheng Keosira, head of the Lao delegation, and Bin Phoos of the Cambodian delegation expressed their pride in participating in the historic celebration and pledged their full commitment to ensuring its success.

The 50th anniversary of national reunification on April 30 will feature a large-scale celebration, with a military parade as its highlight, symbolising international unity and the enduring partnerships formed through shared efforts for peace and independence.

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