VietNamNet Bridge – Taking photos of the national flag has become popular at amusement centers in HCM City, which attract young people, workers and foreign visitors.

A group called “Thanh Nien” (Youth Group) with more than 30 members from 22-35 years old takes photos for free of people with the national flag.

The photos will be put together to make a large map of Vietnam to raise funds for the program "Join hands to defend marine sovereignty".

The photos will be sent to Hoang Sa and Truong Sa archipelagos (Paracel and Spratly Islands), accompanied with a flag with signatures of the people, as thanks to the soldiers who are guarding the country's waters and islands.

The aim of this program is calling on HCM City youth to express their opinion about patriotism and national pride and to convey the message "Let’s be proper and civilized patriots”.



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The campaign has attracted many foreigners. In the picture are Dave and Tim (French) at the HCMC Youth Cultural House.

 

 

 

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Jacky, a British citizen, took a photo with the Vietnamese flag at 23/9 Park.

 

 

 

 

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A member of the Youth Group introduces the campaign to two Korean girls at the Bach Dang Wharf.

 

 

 

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Susan, an Australian visitor, said: "I was surprised and amazed to see Vietnamese young people doing practical acts at this moment".

 

 

 

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At the HCMC Youth Cultural House, Peter (British) pointed to the map and stated: "Hoang Sa-Truong Sa belong to Vietnam".

 

 

 

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On weekends, the team members also take the time to meet young people at parks to promote the program and invite them to participate in the campaign.

 

 

 

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The program is primarily aimed at young people and students who are passionate about the country.

 

 

 

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The Youth Group also contacts companies to call on their staff to participate in the campaign.

 

 

 

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Employees of a Japanese JV company take photos for the program.

 

 

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A couple who are scrap collectors.

 


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