Participants at the ceremony
The ceremony took place at the Ha Long International Passenger Port and was attended by local government officials, representatives from various agencies, the Vietnam Buddhist Sangha, victims’ families, and hundreds of monks, nuns, and followers.
The day-long event, held from early morning until 9pm, featured traditional Buddhist rituals aimed at praying for the peaceful passing of the victims’ souls.
The memorial served not only as a final farewell but also as a profound gesture of gratitude and solidarity from the people and authorities of Quang Ninh toward the grieving families.
Provincial leaders affirmed their commitment to tightening maritime safety regulations, especially in Ha Long Bay and other major tourist destinations. Future efforts will focus on thorough vessel inspections, crew competency, emergency preparedness, journey monitoring, and real-time weather alerts to ensure visitor safety and prevent similar tragedies.
The Vinh Xanh 58 tourist boat capsized on July 19 after being hit by a powerful thunderstorm while carrying 49 people, including 46 passengers and 3 crew members. Rescuers saved 10 individuals, while the bodies of the remaining 39 victims were later recovered.
