The color of the soldier's uniform at the base.

Following the implementation of the two-tiered local government model, deploying military officers to work at the commune level is becoming an effective solution to improve the quality of the grassroots political system and strengthen military and national defense capabilities from the ground up.

Militia forces in Tan Hoi commune repair rural roads. Photo: THU OANH

In the early days of 2026, along roads from urban to rural areas, the image of officers and soldiers working alongside the people to beautify the city, repair roads, clear weeds, and reinforce embankments became familiar. The green uniform of the army was always present in activities helping people with production, overcoming difficulties after natural disasters, and building new lives. Through these concrete actions, the image of the Ho Chi Minh Army soldiers became increasingly close to the people, becoming a reliable support for the people at the grassroots level. As the administrative level closest to the people, directly addressing daily issues, the commune level is also the "front line" in handling situations related to security, order, and national defense. Mr. Bui Trung Thuc - Chairman of the People's Committee of Rach Gia Ward , assessed that the addition of well - trained officers with firm political convictions , disciplined conduct , and scientific organizational and management capabilities has contributed to improving the quality of operations of the Ward Military Command . The military forces perform well in providing advice in carrying out military and local defense tasks , while effectively coordinating with forces to maintain security and order , and participating in promptly handling emerging issues at the grassroots level .

In Vinh Binh commune, covering an area of ​​over 159 ^square kilometers and with a population of over 43,000 people, the livelihood is primarily based on agriculture and fisheries. The commune's Military Command was established in July 2025 based on the merger of forces from three former communes . Lieutenant Colonel Vo Van Thach, Commander of the Vinh Binh Commune Military Command , stated that the officers assigned to the local level have proactively advised the Party Committee and local government on developing local military and national defense plans; organized training and political education; and effectively implemented recruitment and the building of militia forces. Simultaneously, the unit closely coordinates with the police and other departments to maintain a firm grasp of the local situation, ensuring political stability, order, and social security. “In 2025, the Commune Military Command will strictly maintain combat readiness, promptly advising on and handling emerging situations at the grassroots level. The recruitment and conscription of citizens into the military will be carried out in accordance with regulations, ensuring transparency and creating high consensus among the people. Local youth will enthusiastically enlist to fulfill their military service obligations in 2026,” Lieutenant Colonel Vo Van Thach said.

In addition to successfully fulfilling their professional duties, the military forces of Vinh Binh commune actively participate in civilian affairs, implementing policies supporting the military, and combating natural disasters, rescue, and relief efforts. Through these efforts, the relationship between the military and the people has become increasingly close, and the people's trust in the local armed forces has been strengthened.

In Tan Hoi commune, the effectiveness of strengthening the military force assigned to work in the commune is also clearly evident. Lieutenant Colonel Ho Van Minh, Commander of the Tan Hoi Commune Military Command, said that with their professional qualifications and practical experience, the officers quickly adapted to their work, bringing local military activities into order. The unit strictly maintains the combat readiness duty regime, ensuring the required number of personnel; regularly organizes training exercises, ready to handle any situation. In the 2026 recruitment work, the commune completed 100% of the assigned quota; organized the awarding of conscription decisions, coordinated the organization of military training camps, creating a sense of enthusiasm among young people. The work of building the militia and reserve forces is carried out strictly; the regime and policies for the forces are ensured in a timely manner.

According to Mr. Nguyen Minh Ngoc, Chairman of the People's Committee of Tan Hoi commune, the presence of military officers has contributed to a significant transformation in conduct and discipline, improving the effectiveness of advisory services in many areas, from recruitment to coordinating with the police to maintain security and order. Furthermore, the officers and soldiers actively participate in labor to help the people, building models for improving neglected gardens and increasing production, creating a positive impression in the hearts of the people.

In 2026, the demands of military and national defense tasks will continue to rise, especially in the context of implementing the new socio-economic development plan. Building on the achievements, the commune-level military command is continuing to improve overall quality, combat readiness, build a strong force, and consolidate the all-people national defense posture in conjunction with the people's security posture. From repaired rural roads and supported production models to the solid stability of national defense and security, the effectiveness of the policy of deploying military officers to the grassroots level is clearly evident. This is an important foundation for building a solid all-people national defense posture from the "root," meeting the requirements of the tasks in the new situation.

THU OANH

Source: https://baoangiang.com.vn/mau-ao-linh-noi-co-so-a480798.html