Vietnam's Engineering Unit Rotation 5 joins peace walk in Abyei
VOV.VN - Vietnam's Engineering Unit Rotation 5 took part in a United Nations peace walk in Abyei on October 14, highlighting solidarity with international peacekeepers and local communities in support of peace and stability.
The Joint Peace Walkathon was organised by the United Nations Interim Security Force for Abyei (UNISFA) under the theme “Together for Peace in Abyei”. It formed part of activities marking United Nations Day 2026, promoting friendship, solidarity and a shared commitment to peace.
Participants included the UNISFA Force Commander, Deputy Force Commander and Chief of Staff, representatives of the mission's agencies and units, peacekeepers from various countries and numerous local residents.
Vietnam’s Engineering Unit Rotation 5 sent 10 personnel to join the walk alongside international peacekeeping forces, demonstrating a shared commitment to building a peaceful and stable Abyei.
The activity also received strong support and encouragement from the unit’s command and personnel.
For the Vietnamese engineers, the walk provided an opportunity to strengthen ties with fellow peacekeepers and local communities, while highlighting the professionalism and sense of responsibility of Vietnamese military personnel serving in United Nations peacekeeping operations.
Having experienced the profound losses caused by war, Vietnam places great value on peace and international solidarity. Through activities such as the walkathon, members of the unit also shared a message of friendship and cooperation, reflecting Vietnam’s commitment to working with the international community to promote peace.
Vietnam's No. 5 Engineering Unit departs for UN peacekeeping mission in Abyei
VOV.VN - A send-off ceremony was held in Hanoi on September 25 for Vietnam's No. 5 Engineering Unit heading to the United Nations Interim Security Force for Abyei (UNISFA).
