Ho Chi Minh City Military Command Completes Troop Recruitment Targets

Ho Chi Minh City's armed forces have successfully met all troop recruitment objectives for the first half of 2026, reinforcing national defense and security in the region. The city's Military Command convened a joint military-civilian conference on June 26 to assess their performance over the past six months. The meeting was attended by Mr. Tran Van Bay, Vice Chairman of the Ho Chi Minh City People's Committee.

The command reported strict adherence to combat readiness protocols and effective coordination with various forces to ensure security during important political events and visits by dignitaries. They also focused on the welfare of military personnel during the 2026 Lunar New Year. The recruitment process, including the "hoi trai tong quan" (military induction camp) and troop handover ceremonies, was conducted efficiently, achieving 100% of the set targets.

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In the context of Ho Chi Minh City focusing on socio-economic development, urban expansion, and implementing many key tasks, military and defense work needs to continue to be carried out synchronously, closely linked with the task of maintaining political stability and ensuring social order and safety.

Vice Chairman Tran Van Bay commended the armed forces for their significant contributions to maintaining regional security. He stressed the importance of integrating military and defense tasks with efforts to ensure political stability and social order, especially as the city pursues economic development and urban expansion. Bay urged the Military Command to continue proactive intelligence gathering and to swiftly address emerging situations to prevent any unexpected challenges.

He further highlighted the role of the armed forces in strengthening national defense and security, contributing to a stable and safe environment conducive to the city's rapid and sustainable growth. Major General Vu Van Dien, Commander of the Ho Chi Minh City Military Command, concluded the conference by calling for continued focus on military and defense missions and enhancing operational quality to achieve all objectives.

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The Military Command of Ho Chi Minh City needs to continue to coordinate closely with departments, branches, committees, and local authorities; proactively grasp the situation early and from afar, promptly advise and effectively handle arising situations, not to be passive or surprised.