Deputy Minister of National Defense Sen. Lt. Gen. Hoang Xuan Chien assigns tasks to the VPA's servicemen who will join a parade in Moscow’s Red Square to mark the 80th anniversary of Russia’s victory in the Great Patriotic War (May 9). (Photo: VNA)

Chien said the participation in the Red Square parade is one of the crucial defense diplomacy activities of the VPA in 2025, noting that it holds significant political and diplomatic importance, helping strengthen the strategic trust between the militaries of Vietnam and Russia.

It also demonstrates Vietnam's long-standing and unwavering solidarity with the countries that have supported Vietnam in its national defense and construction efforts, he added.

He said Russia’s official invitation to Vietnam to send a delegation to participate in the military parade in the Red Square not only shows its respect for and high evaluation of Vietnam's role but also serves as a vivid testament to the traditional friendship and comprehensive strategic partnership between the two countries, particularly in defense and military technical cooperation.

Chien requested the parade participants to fully uphold the noble qualities of "Uncle Ho’s soldiers", strictly observe discipline, proactively overcome difficulties, demonstrate strong determination and solidarity, and successfully fulfill the assigned duties with absolute safety in all aspects, thus promoting the image of Vietnamese servicemen internationally.