Walking Together on the Border

Contest Entry Code: de5425f67140420da8531dc691743ada

Unit: Individual

Place of creation: 47 Nguyen Van Cu Street, Mong Cai 2, Quang Ninh Province, Xã Hải Sơn, Quảng Ninh, Việt Nam

This photograph captures a meaningful and romantic moment within the framework of the "Spring Border Guard Program: Warming the Hearts of the Local People" in Hai Son commune, Quang Ninh province. Amidst the joyful atmosphere of spring, a border guard in his solemn green uniform holds hands with a local ethnic girl in her vibrant traditional attire. This moment not only expresses personal affection but also symbolizes a beautiful bond and solidarity. It's not just a romantic moment between a couple, but also represents the deep bond between the military and the people, a love intertwined with love for the homeland. They "walk together" not only in a festive activity but also steadfastly on the path of building and protecting the border, together cultivating a prosperous and happy life for their homeland. Here, love and duty blend into one, creating a combined strength to protect every inch of the sacred land of the Fatherland.