Vietnamese Deputy Minister of National Defence Sen. Lieut. Gen Hoang Xuan Chien held talks with his Lao counterpart Vongkham Phommakon in Vientiane on October 9, discussing the deepening of bilateral defence cooperation. Both officials praised the long-standing defence ties between Vietnam and Laos, emphasizing their role in maintaining peace, stability, and development in the region.

They also reviewed plans for the upcoming Vietnam-Laos Border Defence Friendship Exchange, scheduled for October 22-23, and discussed future cooperation, including the annual defence ministers' meeting and a young officers' exchange in 2025.

Chien highlighted Vietnam’s commitment to supporting Laos' military initiatives and expanding collaboration in high-tech defence products through partnerships like Viettel.

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