NA Chairman Man Visits Vietnam People's Navy, Emphasizes Maritime Economy and Defense Strategy

NA Chairman Tran Thanh Man visited and worked with the Vietnam People's Navy, urging naval officers and personnel to thoroughly grasp and fully understand the Party’s guidelines and the State’s policies and laws regarding military and national defence affairs. Chairman Man particularly emphasized the importance of the "Strategy for Protecting the Fatherland in the New Situation" and the "Strategy for Sustainable Development of Vietnam’s Marine Economy to 2030, with a Vision to 2045." This highlights Vietnam's dual challenge of leveraging its maritime resources while safeguarding its territory and sovereignty. Vietnam faces geopolitical challenges, particularly China's assertiveness in the South China Sea, alongside its rapid economic growth. In this context, strengthening the navy is crucial for protecting national security and economic interests. The sustainable development strategy for the marine economy aims for growth in diverse sectors such as fisheries, energy, transport, and tourism, closely linked with defense strategies. The visit underscores the Vietnamese Communist Party's firm stance on protecting the nation's rights and interests at sea, while recognizing the importance of the ocean as a new frontier for economic development. Initiatives like fundraising campaigns by the Vietnamese community in the Czech Republic and Hanoi for the country's seas and islands also reflect a broader national awareness. Source: VietnamPlus English