Vietnam, Japan step up defence cooperation
Vietnam – Japan defence ties have received significant attention from leaders of the two countries and grown well, according to Vietnamese Defence Minister Ngo Xuan Lich.
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| Vietnamese Defence Minister Ngo Xuan Lich (R) presents a gift to Japanese Ambassador to Vietnam Umeda Kunio |
Lich said the progress has brought about mutual benefits and contributed to peace, stability and development in the region and the world.
The minister suggested bilateral defence cooperation should focus on military health care, search and rescue, natural disaster prevention, bomb clearance and dioxin detoxification.
For his part, Umeda Kunio lauded Vietnam’s role in the region, stressing that defence engagements between Vietnam and Japan have grown significantly in recent years.
The diplomat said Japan is considering providing more aid for Vietnam to overcome the consequences of war.