Vietnam peacekeeping force sets out on first mission in South Sudan
(VOVWORLD) - The first group of Vietnam’s peacekeeping force set off for South Sudan on Monday for the nation’s first mission as an independent unit, to run a level-2 field hospital in the East African country.
 Two members of the level-2 field hospital fold the military flag before the departure of the peacekeeping force on October 1, 2018. (Photo: VNA) |
All 63 staff members of the hospital have met the UN’s requirements on both professional ethics and skills, and are ready for their mission, according to Colonel Hoang Kim Phung, Director of the Vietnam Peacekeeping Center.
"Our peacekeeping forces have gained significant achievements over the past 4 years deployed in South Sudan and the Republic of Central Africa. With thorough preparations in place, we believe staff members working for the level-2 field hospital 1 will fulfill all their assignments," said Mr. Phung.