With the pioneering, dynamic, and creative spirit of youth, in recent years, Senior Lieutenant Nguyen Trung Kien, Guard Platoon Leader, Secretary of the Advisory - Office Youth Union under Da Nang Border Defence Force, has been recognised as an exemplary and outstanding Youth Union officer, always taking the lead in activities and movements connecting union members and young people within the unit.

Senior Lieutenant Nguyen Trung Kien (right) and his comrades participating in a beach clean-up along Nguyen Tat Thanh Street, Thanh Khe District. Photo: Doan Quang

As the Guard Platoon Leader, Lieutenant Kien upholds a strong sense of responsibility in his duties, setting an example for the collective, actively listening to opinions, supporting his comrades, and fostering unity within the unit. He consistently pays attention to understanding the thoughts and sentiments of soldiers, organising activities in line with military regulations. At the same time, he strictly ensures security duties, maintaining absolute safety and the proper military discipline for personnel entering and leaving the barracks, especially during major holidays and national events.

With his dynamic and creative spirit, in his role as Secretary of the Advisory - Office Youth Union, Lieutenant Kien has advised on and directly participated in effective Youth Union movements, supporting programmes within the unit and local community. These include registering Youth Union projects, repainting the unit’s gate, improving the environment, and establishing a disciplined and well-maintained barracks under the motto "Bright - Green - Clean - Beautiful". Additionally, he initiated two model streets "Bright - Green - Clean - Beautiful - Civilised - Safe" surrounding the unit on Ly Thuong Kiet and Phan Boi Chau streets.

Lieutenant Kien also took part in building a Solidarity House for Tran Xuan Trang’s family in Ta Lang Hamlet, Hoa Bac Commune, Hoa Vang District. Alongside his comrades, he participated in field marches for public service, repairing and dredging in-field canal systems, removing water hyacinths, and clearing drainage pathways in Bau Tre, Truoc Dong Hamlet, Hoa Nhon Commune, Hoa Vang District. Through his enthusiastic participation in meaningful activities, which strengthen the bond between the military and civilians, Lieutenant Kien was awarded a certificate of merit by the Da Nang Youth Union for his contributions to the 2024 Summer Volunteer Campaign.

Furthermore, he actively engaged in the "Border Guard Barber Team", regularly providing free haircuts for elderly residents at the Da Nang Caring Centre for Revolutionary Contributors. This initiative serves as an educational opportunity to instil the "When drinking water, remember its source” tradition in the younger generation, particularly among members of the Advisory - Office Youth Union. In 2024, Senior Lieutenant Nguyen Trung Kien was honoured with the Grassroots Emulation Soldier title and Outstanding Young Face of the Year award by the Da Nang Border Defence Command.

Commenting on this dedicated Youth Union officer, Colonel Bui Anh Tu, Chief of the Office of the Da Nang Border Defence Command, stated: "Senior Lieutenant Nguyen Trung Kien is a model officer, devoted to his work, leading a simple and sincere lifestyle, and maintaining close ties with his comrades. He consistently demonstrates his capabilities in advising on and building a strong Youth Union organisation across multiple aspects. His passionate enthusiasm continues to inspire the spirit of dedication to the community among young people, further glorifying the noble qualities of the People's Army in the modern era."

Reporting by DOAN QUANG - Translating by TRUC VY