On October 25, 2025, a wave of solidarity swept across Vietnam as communities, government bodies, the military, and international partners rallied to help those devastated by the recent storms and floods. The aftermath of storms No. 10 and No. 11 left swathes of northern and central Vietnam grappling with destroyed homes, battered crops, and disrupted lives. But while the storms themselves were fierce, the response—both at home and abroad—has been nothing short of remarkable.
In Thai Nguyen province, the spirit of "the good leaves protect the torn ones" was on full display. According to Mặt trận, a delegation from Tay Ninh province, led by Pham Hung Thai, Deputy Secretary of the Provincial Party Committee and Head of the National Assembly Delegation, visited Thai Nguyen to deliver urgent support. The delegation handed over 3 billion VND via the Vietnam Fatherland Front Committee of Thai Nguyen to assist those most affected by early flood damage. This was not just a symbolic gesture; it was a lifeline for many struggling families.
During their visit, the Tay Ninh delegation made their way to Quan Trieu ward, where they met with households whose homes had collapsed or suffered severe damage. Ten families received support packages, each valued at 5 million VND, along with essential goods. The impact of this direct assistance was immediate and deeply felt. Later that day, the delegation visited Thai Nguyen Central Hospital, distributing 50 gift packages and cash—again, each worth 5 million VND—to medical staff who had been hit hard by the disaster. In total, Tay Ninh province contributed 3.3 billion VND during this period, a sum that, as local officials acknowledged, would go a long way toward helping Thai Nguyen recover and stabilize daily life.
"This is an activity imbued with affection, reflecting the spirit of unity between North and South," said Dinh Quang Tuyen, Deputy Secretary of the Provincial Party Committee and Chairman of the Vietnam Fatherland Front Committee of Thai Nguyen, expressing deep gratitude for the support. The sense of national unity, so often called upon in times of crisis, was palpable in every handshake and word of encouragement exchanged during the visit.
But the generosity did not stop at Vietnam’s borders. As reported by Pháp luật & Xã hội, international aid swiftly followed the storms’ destruction. On October 25, 2025, the first shipment of emergency relief goods from Singapore touched down at Noi Bai Airport, destined for the hardest-hit communities. The relief included thermal blankets and personal hygiene kits, provided by the Singapore Ministry of Defense and several humanitarian organizations, coordinated through the Singapore Embassy in Vietnam and the Regional Humanitarian Coordination Center. All of these supplies were earmarked for Tuyen Quang province, where the need was especially acute.
At the handover ceremony, Singapore’s Ambassador to Vietnam, Jaya Ratnam, presented the relief goods to Nguyen Van Tien, Deputy Director of the Department of Dike Management and Disaster Prevention. The message was clear: Vietnam was not alone in its struggle. Singapore’s support built on earlier efforts, including a 50,000 Singapore dollar (about 38,500 USD) donation from the Singapore Red Cross to the Vietnam Red Cross, which was used for urgent relief in Cao Bang, Thai Nguyen, Lang Son, and Nghe An provinces.
The outpouring of international support did not stop there. By October 24, 2025, embassies and international organizations had committed approximately 9.4 million USD in aid to the regions affected by the twin storms. According to the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment, this unprecedented response included partners such as JICA (Japan), the Australian Government, the ASEAN Coordinating Center for Humanitarian Assistance, UNICEF, IOM, Save the Children, ActionAid, Samaritan’s Purse, Tzu Chi, CRS (USA), FAO, and WWF. The aid took many forms: cash, agricultural recovery programs, bottled water, water filters, mosquito nets, kitchen utensils, school supplies, water containers, personal hygiene kits, materials for repairing homes, and countless other essentials. Every item was aimed at one goal—helping families recover and rebuild.
Back on the ground, the Vietnamese military was also mobilizing in force. Quân đội Nhân dân reported that immediately after storm No. 10 passed, the Party Committee and Command of Economic - National Defense Regiment 15 sprang into action. Their mission: coordinate with local authorities, assess damage, and provide timely, targeted support to those in need. The numbers speak for themselves. Regiment 74, under Regiment 15, delivered more than 165 million VND in support to 88 families of officers, soldiers, and workers battered by the storm. Across all units, Regiment 15 supported 446 cases—50 officers, soldiers, and workers, plus 396 relatives across the north and central provinces—with nearly 1 billion VND in total aid. The funds came from comradeship and welfare funds, a testament to the military’s commitment to social responsibility and mutual support.
Other regiments within Regiment 15 followed suit. Regiment 732 supported 27 families with over 56 million VND; Regiment 716 helped 35 families with over 72 million VND; and Regiment 717 aided 14 families with over 37 million VND. The gratitude of those receiving assistance was evident. Lieutenant Bui Thi Phuong, an office staff member of Regiment 15, shared, "The recent storm severely damaged my parents' house and crops in Quang Tri. Today, receiving both material and spiritual support from the leadership and my colleagues, I am truly touched and warmed. This sharing is a great encouragement for my family to overcome difficulties and soon stabilize our lives."
For many, this support was more than just financial—it was a sign they were not alone. Le Quang Hung, a rubber tapping worker from Regiment 78, whose family in Thanh Hoa lost crops and livestock, said, "The recent storm caused heavy losses to our main sources of income. With the support from the Regiment and my unit, I am truly moved and grateful. This sharing helps my family have more motivation to overcome difficulties, feel secure in our work, and stay committed to the unit."
Colonel Khuat Ba Cao, Party Secretary and Deputy Commander of Regiment 15, summed up the military’s ethos: "Regiment 15 always considers social welfare, mutual support, and the spirit of solidarity as a core political task, strengthening the bond between the army and the people in the strategic Central Highlands and border areas. The Regiment not only provides timely support to its personnel but also actively assists local people in overcoming natural disasters, developing production, and stabilizing their lives."
Since the start of 2025, Regiment 15 has initiated a slew of community programs, from free medical check-ups and medicine distribution to helping build new rural areas, repairing schools and roads, supporting poor households with housing, and gifting students in difficult circumstances. These efforts have reinforced the Regiment’s reputation as a backbone of regional defense and a cherished friend to local people.
As Vietnam grapples with the challenges left in the wake of these storms, the nationwide—and international—response offers a powerful reminder: even in the face of destruction, compassion and unity can help communities heal and flourish once again.
