The Royal New Zealand Navy’s logistics ship HMNZS Aotearoa, commanded by Commander Rob Welford, docked at Nha Rong-Khanh Hoi International Port on Thursday, beginning a five-day friendly visit to Ho Chi Minh City to mark the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Vietnam and New Zealand.
| The Ho Chi Minh City Border Guard Command welcomes the crew at Nha Rong–Khanh Hoi International Port. (Photo: Luu Son/VOV in HCMC) |
The two countries have recently agreed to upgrade their relationship to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, effective from February 2025.
The visit demonstrates the strong commitment of both nations to fostering mutual understanding and friendship, including through defense cooperation.
During the stay, the ship’s officers are scheduled to pay courtesy calls on leaders of the municipal People’s Committee, Military Zone 7 Command, and Naval Region 2 Command.
The crew will also participate in cultural and sports exchanges, visit local landmarks, and conduct a joint exercise on the Code for Unplanned Encounters at Sea (CUES) with the Vietnam People’s Navy.
HMNZS Aotearoa, measuring 173.2 metres in length and 24.5 metres in width with a displacement of 26,000 tons, is the largest tanker and replenishment vessel of the Royal New Zealand Navy.
In addition to providing logistical support for naval operations, the ship is designed to carry out humanitarian assistance and disaster relief missions.
This marks the second visit by HMNZS Aotearoa to Ho Chi Minh City in three years, following a joint visit in 2023 alongside the frigate HMNZS Te Mana.
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