During talks with General Patimapragorn in Bangkok, Ty, who is also extended his sympathies at the loss of life and property caused by Thailand’s recent floods and praised the contribution made by the Thai Royal Armed Forces in its rescue operations.

He briefed his host on Vietnam’s recent political and socio-economic situation and emphasised the importance of both countries cooperating with each other in defence matters as well as stepping up exchange visits, officers’ training, joint naval patrols and sharing experiences of search and rescue operations while working together at multilateral forums.
The general said he believes that enhanced cooperation in these areas will help develop relations between the armed forces of both countries and ensure peace and stability in the region.

General Patimapragorn praised the recent achievements made by the Vietnamese army and agreed with Ty’s proposal on cooperation contents. He also accepted an invitation to pay an official visit to Vietnam.

Later the same day, Thai Defence Minister Sukumpol Chulalongkhon received the Vietnamese delegation. He said he is satisfied with the outcomes of the talks between the two army chiefs.

Gen. Ty said he thought that both countries cooperating in defence matters is a positive move and urged for more exchange visits at all levels. On the evening of February 24, General Patimapragorn hosted a dinner for his Vietnamese guests.