Vietnamese Level-2 Field Hospital No.4 receives UN medals
VOV.VN - Vietnamese peacekeepers operating the Level-2 field Hospital No. 4 in South Sudan have been honoured with UN Peacekeeping medals in recognition of their outstanding contributions during the year-long mission in the East African country.
The awards ceremony was held in the presence of Jane Lanyero Kony, acting head of the UN Peacekeeping mission's Field Office in Bentiu, and Lieutenant General Mohan Subramanian of India, force commander of the UN Mission in South Sudan.
At the ceremony, the pair spoke highly of the dedication and professionalism shown by Vietnamese officers, adding that the awards are recognition from the UN for the hospital’s efforts during their mission in South Sudan, and serve as a testament to Vietnamese contributions to global peace and stability.
For his part, Lieutenant Colonel Vu Minh Duong, director of the hospital, affirmed that he and his team will continue to provide the best possible healthcare services and treatment for both UN staff and local people.
The field hospital was launched in November 2021, comprising 63 members. The Vietnamese delegation departed for the UN Interim Security Force for Abyei (UNISFA) on April 27, along with Military Engineering Unit No.1, to perform duties at the UN Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS).