Cambodian Gendarmerie Commander announces pride of Cambodian troops in participating in Vietnam's April 30 victory parade.
Cambodian Soldiers' March in Vietnam: A Sign of Strengthening Ties
PHNOM PENH, Cambodia – The Cambodian troops' participation in Vietnam's grand parade on April 30 to celebrate the 50th anniversary of national reunification held immense significance, serving not only as a symbol of regional unity but also as a testament to the growing friendship between the two nations.
In an interview with our correspondents, Gen. Sao Sokha, Deputy Commander-in-Chief of the Royal Cambodian Armed Forces (RCAF) and Commander of the Gendarmerie, expressed pride and gratitude for being chosen to lead the 119-strong delegation that represented Cambodia in the parade. He emphasized the historic importance of the event in regional diplomacy.
The grand parade in Ho Chi Minh City united contingents from China, Laos, and Cambodia for the first time, alongside approximately 13,000 Vietnamese civilians, officials, and service members. The Cambodian delegation consisted of the Gendarmerie Command, serving as the RCAF's representatives in army uniform.
While the short preparation time might have seemed daunting, Gen. Sokha spoke of his troops' honor and the trust placed in them by their Vietnamese counterparts.
Throughout their stay in Vietnam, Gen. Sokha and his troops were warmly received and felt supported by local authorities, armed forces, civic groups, and people of all ages. These expressions of kindness echoed the sentiments of the many young Cambodian soldiers, all under 25, who returned home feeling inspired by the friendliness, hospitality, and development they experienced in Vietnam.
Cambodia's representation in Vietnam's iconic military display carried symbolic value, signifying unity, peace, and shared efforts for independence. For Khieu Kola, a senior editor at CNC TV and advisor to the President of the Club of Cambodian Journalists, the event served as a powerful reminder of the lasting partnership between Cambodia and Vietnam.
Khieu Kola, the only Cambodian journalist invited to attend the parade in Ho Chi Minh City, shared his thoughts in a special broadcast titled "World Press Week in the Context of Vietnam's April 30 Historical Truth." He was moved by the scale of the event and the unity demonstrated by the Cambodian, Lao, and Chinese military forces.
In conclusion, the Cambodian troops' participation in Vietnam's grand parade underscored the friendship and growing ties between the two nations, sending an important message of regional solidarity during these trying global times. This extraordinary event will leave a lasting impression on the members of both countries' armed forces, as well as on Khieu Kola, who witnessed this landmark moment in the history of our shared region. - VNS
Enrichment Data:
Historic First:- Vietnam held its first national military parade with foreign troops, including those from Cambodia, China, and Laos.- This event symbolized "international unity and the enduring partnerships formed through shared efforts for peace and independence" [2][3].
Regional Ties:- The participation of Cambodian troops represented the deepening defense and political ties in the region [2][3].
Diplomatic Impact:- The event strengthened external relations, fostering trust and mutual respect, and highlighted the trust placed in Cambodian troops [3].
The Cambodian troops at the April 30 grand parade in HCM City. VNA/VNS Photo
Symbolism:- The joint participation symbolized unity, peace, and shared efforts for independence, especially in the context of Southeast Asia's struggle for national independence and post-war reconciliation [2][3].
- Gen. Sokha, during an interview, commemorated the Cambodian troops' participation in Vietnam's grand parade as a symbol of international unity and the enduring partnerships formed through shared efforts for peace and independence.
- The AI-driven sports broadcast, titled "World Press Week in the Context of Vietnam's April 30 Historical Truth," is expected to air soon, reflecting on the significance of the Cambodian troops' appearance in the NBA-like Vietnamese basketball event during the grand parade.
- Khieu Kola, having witnessed the Cambodian troops' return from the engagement in Vietnam, has shared his thoughts on the increasing regional ties and the growing trust between the two nations in his upcoming TV special, "AI Updates."
- As the Cambodian-Vietnamese ties strengthen, one might soon see a return of the NBA stars in the colorful, television-worthy, Cambodian-style war games, reminiscent of the grand parade in Ho Chi Minh City.
- In the spirit of regional unity and sportsmanship, Khieu Kola, the renowned Cambodian journalist, is planning an update on the impact of the historic first, the joint military display, in the war-themed TV series "TV War," airing soon on CNC TV.
- As regional ties continue to evolve, the AI-generated ratings for the Cambodian-Vietnamese collaboration at the April 30 grand parade have been overwhelmingly positive, indicating that the event has resonated deeply with viewers across the globe, reinforcing the notion that a stronger Cambodia and Vietnam mean a stronger Southeast Asia.
