The operations center was set up in the Hoan Kiem District flower garden. Many areas were heavily guarded by armed special forces soldiers.
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This morning, along Hai Ba Trung, Ngo Quyen and Trang Tien streets (Hoan Kiem district, Hanoi), many engineers with bomb disposal equipment were present to ensure security at the welcoming ceremony for the US President. It is expected that after attending APEC in Da Nang, this afternoon at 5:00 p.m., President Trump will be in Hanoi. |
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Bushes, electrical cabinets and many other items are carefully checked and examined. |
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Speaking to VnExpress, the leader of the Hanoi Traffic Police Department said that they had mobilized dozens of specialized vehicles and 100% of the staff to lead the convoy, man the checkpoints, and direct traffic to serve the convoy carrying the US President to the center of Hanoi. |
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At the intersections on Ngo Quyen, Phan Chu Chinh, Trang Tien, and Hai Ba Trung streets, many barriers were set up by the police to prepare a traffic diversion plan this afternoon. |
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A field tent and command center were set up in the corner of the flower garden in this area. |
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Ambulances and many engineers and special forces were present to perform the task. |
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Two armed special forces police stood guard on the sidewalk. |
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According to the traffic diversion plan, Ngo Quyen and Hai Ba Trung streets are restricted to traffic. |
According to VNE