Mobile Police: the “steel shield” safeguarding public order and daily life

April 15, 2026 - 10:42
As a core armed force of Việt Nam’s Public Security, the Mobile Police stand on the front line of protecting national security and maintaining social order, equipped to respond swiftly to threats and ensure stability.

Established on April 15, 1974, the Mobile Police are a specialised armed unit under the People’s Public Security of Việt Nam, tasked with implementing armed measures to safeguard national security and maintain social order and safety.

With specialised equipment and high readiness, the force plays a crucial role in preserving political stability, acting as a “steel shield” against terrorism, riots and dangerous crimes. Their operations help create a secure environment for social activities, national development and the peaceful daily life of the people.

A Mobile Police formation takes part in a parade marking the 50th anniversary of the force (April 15, 1974 – April 15, 2024) and the presentation of the Hero of the People’s Armed Forces title for the second time. VNA/VNS Photos
Mobile Police units take part in a parade marking the 50th anniversary of the Mobile Police force (April 15, 1974 – April 15, 2024) and the presentation of the Hero of the People’s Armed Forces title for the second time.
The Mobile Police cavalry unit under the Ministry of Public Security makes its debut at  Ba Đình Square in Hà Nội on June 8, 2020. 
A qigong performance by a Mobile Police officer at the ceremony marking the 50th anniversary of the force (April 15, 1974 – April 15, 2024).
Police dogs train for participation in parade formations marking the 50th anniversary of the Mobile Police force (April 15, 1974 – April 15, 2024).
Cadets of the Mobile Police Command (Ministry of Public Security) report training results at the graduation ceremony of regular training programmes at public security schools for the 2024–2025 academic year.
A police dog leaps through a ring of fire during training.
Mobile Police forces practise rope insertion to access a terrorist-held area in a hostage rescue drill during an exercise to safeguard the 12th National Party Congress.
Mobile Police forces take part in an operation to apprehend a wanted suspect in a crackdown on a major drug lord’s base in Lóng Luông, Vân Hồ District, Sơn La Province, in June 2018.
Mobile Police officers in Ninh Bình Province conduct night patrols to ensure public security.
Officers and soldiers of Special Task Battalion No. 3 (Mobile Police Command) help residents carry sandbags onto rooftops to reinforce homes ahead of Typhoon Noru in Đà Nẵng City.
Mobile Police officers build a temporary bridge to help residents cross a stream in Muong Chanh Commune, Son La Province.
An officer of the Southeast Mobile Police Regiment in Hồ Chí Minh City donates blood during a voluntary blood drive on May 16, 2021.
Officers and soldiers of the South Central Mobile Police Regiment (Mobile Police Command, Ministry of Public Security) present gifts to people who rendered service to the revolution and former youth volunteers in difficult circumstances.

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