In addition to essential goods, Dong leaves for making Chung cakes are delivered to the DK1 platform for soldiers to prepare for the traditional Lunar New Year. (Photo: Doan Manh Duong/VNA) |
Private Nguyen Quoc Dat, who will be stationed at the DK1 platform, said: “This will be my first Lunar New Year celebration at the DK1 platform. I’m happy to be with my companions in arms who are to defending our national sovereignty. I want to tell my parents not to worry. I will be fine on the platform. I wish the people on the mainland a happy New Year. We will do our best to defend our fatherland’s sea and island sovereignty.”
