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The foreign delegation, led by Deputy Secretary-General Apikit Ch.rojprasert, was grateful for the opportunity to learn from the Vietnam Coast Guard’s expertise in drug prevention and control. Apikit expressed Thailand’s commitment to enhancing cooperation and information sharing with relevant Vietnamese agencies in this crucial area.
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| The Coast Guard Region 3 Command hosted the Thai delegation on November 25. (Photo: VNA) |
Colonel Nguyen Duc Hieu, representing the Coast Guard Region 3 Command, suggested strengthening information exchange between the two countries’ coast guard agencies. He emphasized the importance of Thailand’s support in verifying and investigating information related to drug trafficking by sea. To further enhance collaboration, Hieu proposed establishing a hotline dedicated to combating drug-related crimes.
Moving forward, both parties aim to improve their joint efforts in patrolling and controlling the adjacent sea area. By increasing the efficiency of detecting, preventing, and addressing violations and crimes, they strive to create a safer maritime environment. Additionally, they recognize the value of further cooperation in training and the sharing of modern equipment to enhance drug control capabilities.
Vietnam, Japan Conduct Search, Rescue Drills at Sea
A delegation of Settsu patrol ship and Japan Coast Guard led by its Deputy Commander Maj. Gen Nagai Nobukazu visited and had an exchange with officers of the Vietnam Coast Guard Region 2 stationed in Nui Thanh district, the central province of Quang Nam.
Japanese coast guard ship welcomed upon arrival in Da Nang
Settsu, a patrol ship of the Japanese coast guard force, docked at Tien Sa port on February 13 as it begins a six-day visit to the central city of Da Nang.
A solid fulcrum for fishermen to reach out to sea
NDO – The presence of fishermen in Vietnam’s waters is the “civil presence” and the exercise of “civil sovereignty”; each fishing boat with a red flag with a yellow star fluttering in the wind is considered a “living landmark” affirming the Fatherland’s sovereignty over its sea and islands.
Lao men caught for illegally transporting meth into Vietnam
8 Lao men with guns were caught red-handed by Quang Tri Province border guards September 6 for carrying 10 kg of methamphetamine into Vietnam.
AIPA enhances regional ties towards drug-free community
The 3rd Meeting of the AIPA Advisory Council on Dangerous Drugs was held on June 29 to exert strategic and sustained efforts to achieve a drug–free ASEAN community. Permanent Vice Chairwoman of the Vietnamese National Assembly Tong Thi Phong attended the event.
