(VOVWORLD) - Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh praised Vietnam’s military and public security forces for their recent humanitarian mission to earthquake-stricken Myanmar, calling it a testament to their professionalism and a reflection of Vietnam’s values, culture, and sense of international responsibility.
 PM Pham Minh Chinh and other high-ranking officials meet members of the military and public security forces serving the rescue and relief mission in Myanmar, Hanoi, April 9, 2025. (Photo: qdnd.vn) |
At a commendation ceremony in Hanoi on Wednesday, PM Chinh said that, following a 7.7-magnitude earthquake on March 28, Vietnam swiftly deployed a 106-member delegation of military and public security personnel to Myanmar and provided 300,000 USD in relief aid.
This is the third time Vietnam has dispatched forces on an international rescue mission.
The PM extended his deepest condolences to the Government and people of Myanmar for the severe losses caused by the disaster.
The deployment of rescue and relief forces within 24 hours demonstrates Vietnam’s growing capability, experience, bravery, and credibility in addressing non-traditional security challenges,” said Mr Chinh, adding that “The swift response has been praised by the international community and by the government and people of Myanmar. The dispatch of military and police personnel to assist in Turkey and Myanmar reaffirms Vietnam’s role, potential, and rapid-response capacity in the face of regional and global crises.”
“It also reflects Vietnam’s long-standing tradition of mutual support and international solidarity. Vietnam continues to act as a responsible member of the international community, contributing to peace, stability, cooperation, and development in the region and the world,” according to the PM.
PM Chinh and Deputy PM Nguyen Hoa Binh presented the President’s third-class Fatherland Protection Order and the PM’s Certificate of Merit to collectives and individuals who performed outstandingly during the mission.
The Vietnamese team located and rescued the most victims. The military rescuers retrieved 21 bodies and worked with Turkish rescuers to save a 26-year-old man.
The delegation of the Vietnamese Ministry of Public Security recovered 7 bodies and coordinated with local authorities and other international delegations to retrieve 7 others.
Vietnam's team also provided the most support in Myanmar – delivering tents, generators, food, medical supplies, and other equipment; organizing medical consultations and distributing medicine; and raising funds to support the families of victims.
The Vietnamese police and military teams conducted diplomatic activities and exchanges, and shared their experience with other countries' rescue forces.