The Chinese People's Liberation Army participated in the preliminary rehearsal of the parade to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the liberation of the South and national reunification.

This year's celebration in Ho Chi Minh City on April 30 will feature a special military parade with the participation of troops from three neighboring countries of China, Laos, and Cambodia.

In recent days, the guest delegations have been rehearsing in preparation for this major national event.

During the parade rehearsal on April 27 in Ho Chi Minh City, Chinese soldiers’ performance of singing the song “As if Uncle Ho marching with us on the Victory Day” impressed local residents for their affection for Vietnam and President Ho Chi Minh.

The troops of the Lao People's Army participated in the parade rehearsal (Photo: VOV)

Earlier, on April 26, Senior Lieutenant General Nguyen Van Nghia, Deputy Chief of the General Staff of the Vietnam People’s Army, met with the military delegations from China, Laos, and Cambodia. At the meeting, he expressed Vietnam’s sincere appreciation for their friendship and support extended by its neighbors.

Mr. Nghia said: “Websites in Vietnam have posted stories highlighting the impressive parade by troops from China, Laos, and Cambodia. These powerful images reflect our enduring friendship and solidarity, which we must continue to uphold in order to preserve peace, stability, and shared prosperity in the region.”

The Cambodian troops participated in the parade rehearsal (Photo: VOV)

Colonel Sompheng Keosira, head of the Lao military delegation, said: “From the moment we arrived in Vietnam, we were warmly welcomed by the authorities, military units, and the Vietnamese people. These are memories we will always treasure. On behalf of the Lao Ministry of National Defense, I would like to sincerely thank Vietnam’s Ministry of National Defense for creating such a meaningful opportunity for us to exchange, learn, and contribute to the success of this grand celebration.”

The Lao and Cambodian military delegations arrived in Vietnam on April 19, while the Chinese People’s Liberation Army contingent arrived in Ho Chi Minh City on April 25. All are now fully prepared to take part in this historic and meaningful national event.