This event is a highlight in the series of activities commemorating the 80th anniversary of the founding of the Vietnam People's Army (December 22, 1944-2024) and the 35th anniversary of the All-People's National Defense Festival (1989 - 2024).
On these days, armed forces from various units are actively performing rehearsals at Gia Lam Airport in the capital city of Hanoi for the opening ceremony of the Vietnam Defense Exhibition 2024.
The program gathers 2,150 officers and soldiers from various military and civilian units.
Highlights of the opening ceremony include a welcoming flight display by the Vietnamese Air Force, martial arts demonstrations by the Special Forces and military dog training and performances by the Border Guard.
It is expected that ten SU-30MK2 aircrafts and ten military helicopters will set up a 3-4-3 formation flying during the opening ceremony.
