In the 2026 military recruitment and transfer phase, Dien Bien province has 396 citizens selected to perform their duties to participate in the People's Police Force. Among them, there are 395 male citizens and only 1 female new recruit, Ms. Do Phuong Thao.
Female student Do Phuong Thao (born 2004, residing in Doc Lap village, Thanh Nua border commune, Dien Bien province) is the eldest child in a family with two siblings, both parents are farmers.
In August 2025, Thao graduated with a major in Pharmacy - Hanoi Medical College. Instead of choosing to stay in the Capital to develop her career, the girl born in 2004 decided to return to her hometown and register to participate in the People's Police service.
Talking to a reporter from Lao Dong Newspaper before the military handover day, Phuong Thao said: "I feel very happy and proud of my decision. The responsibility to protect the Fatherland is not just anyone's responsibility, I also want to wear my favorite shirt.
The inspiration that motivated Thao to enlist was when she saw images of the People's Police force on social media platforms.
In previous years, seeing the sisters enlisting, I admired them very much. Especially when watching the 70th anniversary of the historic Dien Bien Phu Victory" - Thao said.
Phuong Thao admits that she is not highly disciplined. The young girl said that she was quite surprised and honored to know that she is the only female citizen of Dien Bien province to be recruited for the People's Police service in 2026.
I want to put myself in a disciplined environment to train myself. I know the road ahead will be to wake up early, train with high intensity. But I believe this environment will help train willpower and increase team cohesion" - the female rookie determined.
After the decision of the "pink girl" of the border region, there is a solid support from the rear. Ms. Luu Thi Xuan - mother of new recruit Do Phuong Thao said: "The family fully supports and respects my son's decision, hoping my son will excellently complete the assigned tasks.
Carrying youth as luggage, Phuong Thao said that after completing her duty, she will try her best to have the opportunity to serve for a long time, becoming a female soldier of the People's Police.
In Dien Bien province, citizens who passed the military service selection, the People's Police have completed preliminary selection, medical examination in accordance with regulations and are ready to leave on March 6.
