Hong Thai is a commune located near the Vietnam - Laos border, recognized as one of the most economically disadvantaged areas in A Luoi. Over 91% of the population here is of Ta Oi ethnic group, with livelihoods primarily center on agriculture and forestry.

Dissemination information on border security and maritime sovereignty; providing guidance on communication methods when fishermen encounter difficulties at sea; as well as supporting students in drug prevention; sharing good ways to do business, and giving national Flags to locals, etc., are significant actions that are regularly done by Thua Thien Hue border defense force.