Gen. Quang reaffirmed that Vietnam attaches great importance to strengthening its traditional friendship and Comprehensive Strategic Partnership with Russia, in which cooperation in security and law enforcement remains a key pillar.

He stressed that in recent years, bilateral cooperation in this field has been further consolidated and expanded, implemented on the basis of trust, practicality, and effectiveness, yielding significant results.

The two sides agreed to further promote exchanges of delegations in order to effectively implement signed agreements and existing cooperation mechanisms. They also pledged to enhance collaboration in security training, scientific research, technology application and transfer.

In addition, Vietnam and Russia agreed to further coordinate closely and consult effectively within international and multilateral mechanisms and forums on security issues, contributing to safeguarding the interests of both countries as well as peace and stability in the region and the world at large.

Vietnam, Russia to reinforce cooperation in maritime affairs

Minister of National Defence Gen. Phan Van Giang held talks with Nikolai Patrushev, Aide to the President of Russia and Chairman of the Maritime Board, in Hanoi on September 15.