Engrave Uncle Ho's words in our hearts in the southwestern sea and sky.

Beginning their extended working trip to the southwestern sea region, the delegation, organized by the Vietnam Coast Guard in coordination with the provinces of An Giang, Ca Mau, and Can Tho City, visited and offered incense to President Ho Chi Minh, the heroic martyrs, and over 500 compatriots murdered by the Khmer Rouge during the invasion of Tho Chau in May 1975, at Tho Chau Temple, located in the Tho Chau Special Zone, An Giang province.

• The Ca Mau Provincial Party Committee and the Vietnam Coast Guard Party Committee will coordinate the implementation of mass mobilization work for the period 2026-2030.
• The Vietnam Coast Guard will conduct a field survey of the southwestern sea and islands.
• The Vietnam Coast Guard visits and presents gifts to forces stationed at the Hon Khoai island cluster.

In the solemn setting amidst the southwestern sea and sky of the Fatherland, delegates respectfully offered incense to commemorate President Ho Chi Minh , paying tribute to the heroic martyrs and compatriots who fell for the independence and freedom of the nation; and at the same time, engraving in their hearts the teachings of Uncle Ho on the responsibility of preserving the homeland's seas and islands.

Remember the words of those at the forefront of the waves.

Before the sacred image of President Ho Chi Minh, the delegation respectfully expressed their boundless gratitude to the brilliant leader of the nation, the national liberation hero, and a world cultural figure, who dedicated his entire life to the struggle for independence, national reunification, and the happiness of the people. To this day, his thoughts, ethics, and style remain a guiding light for present and future generations.

The delegation respectfully commemorated the outstanding sons and daughters who bravely fought and sacrificed for the independence and freedom of the nation. The blood and bones of previous generations have written glorious pages of history, forging the patriotic tradition and indomitable will of the Vietnamese people. This noble sacrifice will forever be a driving force for present and future generations to continue building and protecting the Fatherland.

The delegation respectfully offered incense and paid their respects at Tho Chau Temple.

Before the memorial tablets commemorating over 500 compatriots murdered by the Khmer Rouge in May 1975, the delegates respectfully observed a minute of silence in remembrance. The pain of the past remains deeply etched in the memories of the people of Tho Chau , reminding today's generation of the value of peace, independence, and peaceful life; and at the same time, further strengthening their resolve to firmly protect the sacred sovereignty and territorial integrity of the Fatherland.

Colonel Tran Xuan Thang, Head of Political Affairs of the Coast Guard Region 4 Command, affirmed that he and his officers and soldiers will continue to uphold the heroic tradition, unite, overcome difficulties, and successfully complete all assigned tasks; strengthen propaganda and mobilize fishermen to strictly abide by the law, join hands with the people to protect maritime sovereignty and islands, and maintain security and order in the southwestern sea region.

The visit to Tho Chau Temple is an activity with profound educational significance, helping delegates better understand history and the losses and sacrifices of their ancestors. From there, it enhances their responsibility in promoting national unity, developing socio-economic aspects while protecting maritime sovereignty and islands.

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Comrade Nguyen Nam Phong, Deputy Head of the Propaganda and Mass Mobilization Department of the Ca Mau Provincial Party Committee

Keeping the promise in the southwestern sea.

Fulfilling their promise to Uncle Ho, immediately after the memorial service, the delegation surveyed and assessed the situation in the southwestern sea and islands. The focus was on evaluating the lives of fishermen, fishing activities, national defense and security, and the issues arising on the ground. Through this, they were able to promptly understand the thoughts and aspirations of fishermen who are working day and night at sea, safeguarding the sacred sovereignty of the Fatherland. The delegation visited, encouraged, and presented gifts to fishermen and the forces on duty at sea; at the same time, they disseminated legal information and encouraged people to raise their awareness of complying with regulations in fishing. The national flags, portraits of Uncle Ho, and gifts handed directly to the fishermen further strengthened their confidence and motivation to continue venturing out to sea and maintaining their livelihoods.

The delegation presented the national flag, a portrait of President Ho Chi Minh, and gifts to encourage fishermen in the southwestern coastal region.

In particular, the unit focused on disseminating information about combating illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing. Officers and soldiers directly visited each fishing vessel to guide fishermen in complying with regulations regarding fishing logs, vessel tracking devices, avoiding violations of foreign waters, and other regulations related to combating IUU fishing.

The survey and assessment of the situation in the southwestern sea and islands aims to strengthen the connection between maritime law enforcement forces and local authorities and fishermen. This contributes to building a stronger national defense and people's security posture at sea, creating a foundation for protecting maritime sovereignty in the new situation.

Major General Tran Van Xuan, Deputy Political Commissar of the Vietnam Coast Guard.

The visit to Tho Chau Temple was a meaningful starting point for the journey across the Southwest Sea. From the promise made before the spirit of President Ho Chi Minh, the heroic martyrs, and the deceased compatriots, each member of the delegation became even more deeply aware of their responsibility to their homeland and country.

And amidst the vast ocean, that spirit continues to spread through practical actions, building up our homeland's seas and islands to become increasingly prosperous, beautiful, and peaceful.

Tran Chuyen - Quoc Ngu

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