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The leading motorcade of the traffic police. This specialized motorcycle unit typically leads and clears the way for priority vehicles, protects convoys, and responds quickly to complex situations. The motorcycles are equipped with modern technology comparable to cars, such as LED lighting, disc brakes, and specialized tires. |
At 5 a.m. on 7/8, Hanoi police held a full rehearsal for the parade celebrating "A Peaceful Capital" and launching security operations for the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution and National Day (2/9).
The event took place on the streets surrounding Hoan Kiem Lake. Leading the procession was a march carrying a portrait of President Ho Chi Minh.
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Dozens of lead cars drive in formation. This is one of the key activities associated with the A80 mission, demonstrating the Hanoi Police Department's commitment to ensuring the capital's safety. |
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RAM-2000 armored vehicles were displayed during the rehearsal, moving through the central streets around Hoan Kiem Lake. |
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A specialized vehicle carrying equipment for the mobile police force. |
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Mobile police officers stand on pickup trucks, saluting as they pass the grandstand. These compact pickup trucks provide convenient mobility during operations. Photo: Lam Thanh |
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A fleet of vans belonging to the city's prison and detention center police. These specialized vehicles have locked metal compartments in the back for transporting detainees or for use in other situations. |
Mobile police officers stand on pickup trucks, saluting as they pass the grandstand. These compact pickup trucks provide convenient mobility during operations. Photo: Lam Thanh
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Patrol cars of the commune and ward police parade on Dinh Tien Hoang Street. After reorganization, Hanoi has 126 commune and ward police units. |
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33 marching units comprised of mobile police, traffic police, fire prevention and fighting and rescue police, security police, criminal technique police, special forces, and others. |
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Nearly 3,000 officers and soldiers gathered at Hoan Kiem Lake area from early morning. This marching unit consists of fire prevention, fighting, and rescue police. |
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A simulated scenario of youths recklessly riding motorcycles and causing public disorder. A female traffic officer on patrol receives orders to subdue the group. The officer leaps high, swiftly taking down the criminal. Despite the early hour, the officers' performance received enthusiastic support from people around the lake. |
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From early morning, hundreds of people lined the streets to watch the parade and demonstrations.
The "A Peaceful Capital" event and launch of security operations is scheduled for 10/8 around Hoan Kiem Lake. The parade affirms the determination to build a revolutionary, regular, elite, and increasingly modern force. Photo: Khong Chi
Giang Huy - Pham Du