Young people nationwide depart for military service

A total of 30 districts in Hanoi hold ceremonies on February 13 to see off around 3,700 youngsters who have voluntarily registered to perform military and public security service this year.

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Young people are excited and proud to join the army and hope to contribute to protecting the fatherland on this occasion.

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Military service is compulsory for Vietnamese men from 18 to 25 years of age, and it is extended to 27 for those who apply for a delay to pursue higher education degrees.

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Northern mountainous provinces, including Yen Bai, Cao Bang, Lang Son, and Bac Kan, also complete the handover of recruits to the military units.

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In Yen Bai province, relatives of those who have signed up stand outside in order to wave farewell to their loved ones.

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Ho Quoc Dung, secretary of Binh Dinh province's Party Committee, hands flowers to young people who have enlisted to serve in the military.

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A girl in Khanh Hoa province is ready for military service.

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Localities in the Central Highlands region, including Kon Tum, Gia Lai, Dak Lak, and Dak Nong, also complete their handover on the morning of February 13.