Vietnamese and Cambodian navies conduct joint patrols in historic waters of the two countries

On the morning of December 21, Ship 263, Brigade 175, Command of Region 5, Vietnam People's Navy docked at the port of Region 5 ( Kien Giang ), ending the 77th joint patrol with Ship 1143 of Ream Sea Base, Royal Cambodian Navy.

Nhân viên Tín hiệu Tàu 263 huấn luyện cờ tay với Tàu 1143

In the historical waters of Vietnam-Cambodia, Ship 263 and Ship 1143 conducted the 77th annual joint patrol. In the photo, Signal officers of Ship 263 practice hand flags with Ship 1143. (Photo: Dinh Dat)

Previously, on December 20, in the historical waters of Vietnam-Cambodia, Ship 263 and Ship 1143 conducted the 77th annual joint patrol according to the Regulations on joint patrol coordination and establishment of a communication channel between the Vietnam People's Navy and the Royal Cambodian Navy signed by the Commanders of the two navies on September 14, 2002.

During the patrol, the two sides conducted the ASEAN Hello ASEAN greeting procedure; exchanged information; practiced hand flags, practiced the use of the Code of Conduct for Unplanned Encounters at Sea of the Western Pacific Navies (CUES) and practiced search and rescue.

Tàu 1143 của Hải quân Hoàng gia Campuchia cơ động trên biển

Royal Cambodian Navy ship 1143 maneuvers at sea. (Photo: Dinh Dat)

During the patrol, through communication channels, Ship 263 and Ship 1143 actively propagated and mobilized fishermen of the two countries to strictly comply with laws and regulations when exploiting seafood at sea, and not to infringe upon the sovereignty of other countries.

Lieutenant Colonel Bui Duc Dong, Deputy Brigade Commander, Chief of Staff of Brigade 175, commander of the Vietnam Navy patrol ship, said: During the joint patrol, the two countries' naval ships coordinated to fully implement the contents according to the plan, ensuring seriousness, quality, efficiency, and absolute safety.

Hải quân Việt Nam và Campuchia tuần tra chung lần thứ 77

Naval ships of the two countries on a joint patrol route. (Photo: Dinh Dat)

With careful preparation and close coordination, the 77th joint patrol between Ship 263 and Ship 1143 was a great success. Thereby, it contributed to maintaining security, order, peace and stability in the historical waters of Vietnam - Cambodia; at the same time, continuing to consolidate and develop the cooperative relationship, enhancing mutual understanding and trust between the two navies.