September 17, 2025 | 22:59 (GMT+7)
Defense Minister attends 12th Beijing Xiangshan Forum
PANO - Vietnamese Minister of National Defense General Phan Van Giang is leading a high-ranking delegation of the Ministry of National Defense to take part in the 12th Beijing Xiangshan Forum and pay a working visit to China from September 17 to 20.
The Vietnamese delegation’s participation in the forum and working trip to China are made at the invitation of Chinese Minister of National Defense Senior Lieutenant General Dong Jun.
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Vietnamese Minister of National Defense General Phan Van Giang |
They demonstrate the Vietnamese Ministry of National Defense’s support and active engagement in international multilateral activities hosted by the Chinese counterpart. They also affirm the active and responsible role of Vietnam in regional and global issues.
In addition, they aim to realize the common perceptions of the two countries’ senior leaders, particularly the joint statement on further deepening and upgrading the Vietnam - China comprehensive strategic cooperative partnership and building the Vietnam - China Community which carries strategic significance in line with the six major orientations; and to foster bilateral defense cooperation in a more intensive, substantive and effective manner.
Translated by Mai Huong