United Nations Day: Vietnamese peacekeepers take pride on the international stage
WVR - The red flag with a yellow star of Vietnam flies high during the United Nations Day celebration – a striking and proud image of Vietnamese peacekeepers at the United Nations Interim Security Force for Abyei (UNISFA).
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The United Nations Day celebration is an occasion for member countries to reaffirm their commitment to the ideals of global peace and security. The UNISFA mission reflects on its achievements in maintaining security, while troop-contributing countries engage in cultural exchanges to strengthen international solidarity.
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| Flag-raising ceremony at the United Nations Day celebration on October 24 at the UNISFA mission. |
During the cultural exchange activities at the event, the blue-helmeted soldiers of Engineering Team No. 4 brought a delightful surprise to their international friends.
Hands accustomed to levers and bulldozers skillfully crafted exquisite and visually appealing dishes. Moving beyond their heavy technical duties, the soldiers prepared intricate dishes rich in Vietnamese flavors.
This moment was not just about introducing cuisine but also about a cultural journey – building bridges that connect and spread through taste, touching hearts and leaving a profound impression on international friends.
Despite limited resources, preparing ingredients and cooking the dishes posed a significant challenge, requiring careful selection and creative seasoning.
At the exchange, Vietnamese engineers introduced international colleagues to signature dishes like Hanoi spring rolls, banh mi, and coffee – familiar yet captivating flavors. These dishes immediately piqued the curiosity and interest of colleagues from various countries.
The sophistication of the spring rolls, the richness of the banh mi, and the harmonious bittersweet taste of the coffee helped the blue-helmeted soldiers of Engineering Team No. 4 sow "seeds of goodwill", enhancing connections with other peacekeeping forces and contributing to a multicultural, friendly environment at the UNISFA mission.
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| Lieutenant General Robert Yaw Affram, UNISFA Commander, and Mr. Deng Arop Kuol, Deputy Head of Abyei Administrative Area, enjoying Vietnamese cuisine. |
Introducing cuisine at the celebration was not just a cooking activity, but also a way for Engineering Team No. 4 to "soften" the image of peacekeepers – offering international friends a closer look at a Vietnam that is not only heroic in battle but also sophisticated in culture and rich in life.
The presence of Engineering Team No. 4 at UNISFA on United Nations Day is a testament to Vietnam's growing stature and responsibility on the international stage.
Through this, Vietnam demonstrates a strong, long-term commitment to United Nations peacekeeping operations, contributing to the shared goal of maintaining global peace and security.
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| Vietnamese blue-helmeted soldiers introducing Vietnamese cuisine to international friends. |
From a nation once ravaged by war, Vietnam has risen to become a reliable and responsible partner of the international community, actively contributing to solving global issues.
This year's United Nations Day in Abyei marks a significant milestone, as the image of Vietnamese "blue-helmeted" soldiers continues to write new chapters of courage, professionalism, and compassion, instilling hope for a peaceful future on African soil.
