Bakdep – A humble change of command ceremony was held at the Assembly Square yesterday evening, as General Le takes over the reins as the new Chairman of the National Sceurity and Stability Council, the de facto position as Kuehong’s leader. Others present were members of the NSSC and senior commanders taking up important positions across the country.
In his farewell speech, outgoing Chairman Vu Yen Luc expressed confidence that Chairman Le will continue to carry the “torch” of the 1967 Revolution, and uphold the security and stability of the country.
“The military is an inseparable part of the country. The state and military are one. I trust that the new NSSC, under the charge of my successor, will continue to uphold the revolution, defend our country from hostile forces and ensuring the livelihoods of our fellow soldiers. The strength of our country depends on the strength of our military, and the strength of our military is dependent on the strength of the people. Let us match on to a bright future.
“There has been many challenges and trying times, but our country will prevail with the might of our military and the people. We must also maintain our friendship and alliance with other countries for the stability of the region and the world as a whole. I am confident that my successor, who has proven to be hard-working and responsible, will continue to remain flexible and act accordingly to the regional situation.”
Chairman Le made a very short speech stating that he was appreciative of the confidence General Vu has of him, and that he will not let the country and the military down under his administration.
“Under my administration, Kuehong shall prosper and progress in this new decade. There is only forward and no stagnation. Disappointing our people will disappoint our forefathers who had fought for the freedom of our country.”
Having recently visited Cinasia, and oversaw the state funeral preparations for the late former Chairman Ly Duc An, Le looks set to have a firm grip over the country. Analysts has concluded that Le would most likely continue the course his predecessors set out.
