British naval vessel visits Ho Chi Minh City

Thứ Năm, 09/02/2023, 10:52

The HMS Spey offshore patrol vessel of the British Royal Navy, with 46 crew-members on board, anchored at Ho Chi Minh City’s Nha Rong port on February 7, beginning a five-day friendship visit to the city.

The HMS Spey offshore patrol vessel of the British Royal Navy, with 46 crew-members on board, anchored at Ho Chi Minh City’s Nha Rong port on February 7, beginning a five-day friendship visit to the city.

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HMS Spey, the British Royal Navy’s offshore patrol vessel, anchored at Ho Chi Minh City’s port on February 7. 

Her visit was on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two countries (1973-2023). At the same time, the visit will help deepen the close relationship between the two militaries in particular and the two countries in general.

On February 7, a solemn ceremony was held at the port to welcome the ship and her crew-members. Naval Captain Le Nam Son, Second-in-command of Brigade 125 of the Naval Region 2 Command and U.K. Ambassador to Vietnam Iain Frew attended the event.

Iain Frew, UK Ambassador to Vietnam, said that the visit will help deepen the already close relationship between the two countries. He added that the two countries share common concerns, including maritime security, and sustainable development.

During their stay, the British crew-members will pay a courtesy visit on leaders of the municipal People's Committee, Military Region 7 Command, and Naval Region 2 Command. They will also participate in sports and cultural exchanges with officers and soldiers of the Naval Region 2 Command.

By TM