{"caption_all":"A joint patrol and training exercise in the Gulf of Tonkin between the navies of both nations took place starting on 19/3, as part of the 10th Vietnam - China Border Defense Friendship Exchange. The naval squadron from both countries departed from Fangcheng Port (China), patrolling 8 routes, passing through 9 points, covering a total of 247 nautical miles over 28 hours, while conducting various training modules. Pictured here, the missile frigates 015 Tran Hung Dao and 012 Ly Thai To of the Vietnamese Navy (left) and ships 568, 627 of the Chinese Navy (right) maneuver in formation at sea.","caption_items":["",""]}
For the first time, the navies of the two nations conducted a live-fire anti-piracy drill using light weapons. The simulated scenario involved the joint patrol force escorting maritime traffic and ensuring security in international waters when they received reports of a pirate ship's appearance. The force issued warning signals, but the pirates persisted in attacking the escort vessel. Commanders from both squadrons then directed their teams to approach and neutralize the target.
A gunner with a 14,5 mm gun on ship 015 Tran Hung Dao took position, ready to engage.
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Vietnamese troops bring a simulated casualty aboard for medical attention. |
Vietnamese Navy gunners successfully engaged the target.
Ships 015 Tran Hung Dao and 012 Ly Thai To are part of Vietnam's four-strong missile frigate squadron, which also includes 011 Dinh Tien Hoang and 016 Quang Trung. These vessels, commissioned in 2011 and 2018, are managed by Brigade 162, Naval Region 4.
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Naval ships from both nations salute each other at sea after completing the joint patrol and training. The exercise featured close coordination and realistic scenario handling, ensuring absolute safety for personnel and equipment. |
Lieutenant Colonel Do Xuan Tiep, captain of ship 015 Tran Hung Dao, and the command crew observe and direct the troops during the training module.
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On the morning of 22/3, the squadron and the Vietnamese Navy delegation arrived at Cam Ranh Port (Khanh Hoa), concluding the defense exchange and joint patrol and training in the Gulf of Tonkin. |
Beyond anti-piracy, the two navies also trained in: search and rescue, damage control, formation maneuvering, maritime escort, and light signal communication. Pictured here, the Vietnamese Navy approaches a simulated casualty during the search and rescue module.
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{"caption_all":"Officers and sailors of ship 015 Tran Hung Dao practice damage control, employing measures to combat fire, flooding, and equipment repair. This ensures the ship remains safe, operates stably, and is ready for combat even in emergencies.","caption_items":["cbjksvj","vjxkvk"]}
Hoang Dieu - Hong Chieu
