Vietnamese National Assembly Chairman Visits Naval Command, Inspects Submarine Brigade

On the afternoon of September 13, Vietnamese National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man visited the Naval Command and conducted a field survey of Submarine Brigade 189, located at Cam Ranh Military Base (Naval Region 4). This inspection signifies Vietnam's focus on strengthening its maritime security and defense capabilities. With its extensive coastline and active maritime trade routes, national defense is crucial for protecting sovereignty and economic interests. Amidst rising tensions in the South China Sea, enhancing naval power is central to Vietnam's security strategy. Submarine Brigade 189 is a vital component of the Vietnamese Navy's modernization, and its capability enhancement could influence the regional balance of power. Such high-level visits by the National Assembly Chairman underscore support for the military and the highest level of commitment to national security. Under its one-party system, Vietnam pursues policies balancing socio-economic development with national security maintenance. Increased defense spending and military modernization can be seen as an allocation of economic growth dividends to the security sector. In its relations with China, while facing tensions over sovereignty and maritime rights, Vietnam engages in complex diplomacy, seeking dialogue and cooperation. This naval inspection is considered within the context of these multifaceted domestic and international dynamics. Source: Nhan Dan