Thursday, 18:07, 03/02/2022

Border soldiers continue Tet celebrations despite distance from home

VOV.VN - Border guards are used to welcoming in the Lunar New Year, known locally as Tet, whilst stationed far away from home as they stay on duty in order to safeguard the country's sovereignty.

border soldiers continue tet celebrations despite distance from home picture 1 — Soldiers stationed at border post No. 6 in Bat Xat district, one of 16 key posts in Lao Cai province, are in charge of the prevention of the COVID-19 pandemic and the control of acts of illegal entry.

border soldiers continue tet celebrations despite distance from home picture 2 — Many people try to take advantage of the various trails and open roads in the area that conduct smuggling trips and illegally enter Vietnamese territory from neighbouring China.

border soldiers continue tet celebrations despite distance from home picture 3 — Soldiers don’t appear to have any days off whilst stationed at a border post in Coc My commune of Bat Xat district.

border soldiers continue tet celebrations despite distance from home picture 4 — These days soldiers strengthen their border patrols as it is the peak time for smuggling and illegal entry.

border soldiers continue tet celebrations despite distance from home picture 5 — Border soldiers take full responsibility for protecting the country’s sovereignty throughout the night.

border soldiers continue tet celebrations despite distance from home picture 6 — Soldiers are only able to send Tet greetings to their families and relatives via mobile phones.

border soldiers continue tet celebrations despite distance from home picture 7 — They come together to celebrate Tet together whilst away from home.

border soldiers continue tet celebrations despite distance from home picture 8 — Soldiers send Tet gifts to local people, wishing them a happy Lunar New Year.

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