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Among the volunteers, 65 of them are civil servants and 71 others are from ethnic minority groups.
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The amended Law on Military Duty takes effect this year. It has a number of amendments, such as only one recruitment session in February or March is to take place each year, instead of two; and an increased eligibility age for military service among those who attend higher education institutions from 18 to 27.
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At an enlistment ceremony for new recruits in Hoan Kiem district.
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A leader of Hoan Kiem district presents flowers to a representative of new recruits.
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A family at Dong Da park bids farewell to their son joining the military service.
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Nguyen Quang Hoa (right) is among 70 young men in Dong Da district voluntarily registering for military service.
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An army officer pins stars to the uniform of a new recruit.
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Chairman of Hanoi municipal People’s Committee Nguyen Duc Chung stressed that it is an honour to serve in the Vietnam People’s Army.
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Relatives offer a new-recruit some words of wisdom before his departure.
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A young man holds back tears as he parts with family.
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Saying goodbye to dear grandma.
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Eager to take on new responsibilities.
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Families wave goodbye to their sons.
