The delegation is led by Vice Admiral Angus Topshee and includes 257 officers and sailors.
Representatives from the Naval Region 3 Command, the Da Nang Military Command, the municipal Border Guard Command, the Da Nang Port Border Gate's Border Guard Command, and the Viet Nam People’s Navy attended a welcoming ceremony for the delegation at Tien Sa Port.
The visit is aimed at strengthening friendship and mutual trust between Viet Nam and Canada as in line with the two countries’ policy of promoting their Comprehensive Partnership.
During their stay in Da Nang, the delegation is scheduled to pay courtesy calls on leaders of the municipal People’s Committee, the Military Region 5 Command, and the Naval Region 3 Command. They will also participate in professional and sports exchanges with officers of the Vietnam People’s Navy.
In addition, the Canadian side will engage in exchanges at the University of Economics under the University of Da Nang, visit a local centre supporting Agent Orange victims and disadvantaged children, and tour several cultural and tourist attractions.
