Coast Guard leader visits IUU patrol forces ahead of Tet holiday
A delegation led by Lieutenant General Bui Quoc Oai, Party Secretary and Political Commissar of the Vietnam Coast Guard, paid visits and extended Tet holiday(Lunar New Year) greetings to forces performing duties to combat illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing in the waters bordering Vietnam, Malaysia and Indonesia from January 30 to February 1.
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| Vietnam Coast Guard officers present national flags and Tết gifts to fishermen operating in the southwestern waters during a working trip ahead of Tết 2026. (Photo: Courtesy of Vietnam Coast Guard) |
The delegation boarded vessels on duty to inspect operations, encourage officers and sailors, and present Tết gifts.
The inspection showed that personnel maintained stable morale, strong determination and readiness to fulfill tasks before, during and after Tết 2026.
Vessels strictly maintained combat readiness, strengthened coordination among forces and complied with procedures during patrols, inspections and controls, while promoting communication and guidance for fishermen to comply with fishing laws at sea.
Lieutenant General Bui Quoc Oai commended the responsibility, discipline, and efforts of officers and sailors working in remote, harsh conditions.
He stressed that combating IUU fishing is a particularly important task, contributing to the effective implementation of the Party’s and State’s policies, supporting efforts to lift the European Commission’s “yellow card” against Vietnamese fisheries, and promoting the sustainable development of Vietnam’s fisheries sector.
He urged units to continue strictly implementing higher-level directives, maintaining high combat readiness, enhancing inter-agency coordination, resolutely handling violations at sea, and stepping up outreach and support to help fishermen operate legally, safely and effectively.
As part of the programme, the delegation held a flower-offering ceremony at sea to commemorate fallen heroes who sacrificed their lives for national maritime sovereignty and to honour victims lost in the southwestern waters.
The activity reflected the tradition of gratitude and helped strengthen the sense of responsibility among officers and soldiers.
The delegation also combined patrols with visits and gift-giving for fishermen operating in the southwestern waters.
(Source: VNA)
