Vietnam, Laos promote cooperation in national defence
(VOVWORLD) -Vietnam attaches great importance to ties with Laos and will continue working to strengthen their traditional friendship and comprehensive cooperation, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh said during Thursday’s reception for visiting Lao Deputy Defense Minister Khamliang Outhakaysone.
 Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh receives Lao Deputy Defense Minister Khamliang Outhakaysone (Photo: VNA) |
Mr. Chinh told Mr. Outhakaysone, who is also Chief of the General Staff of the Lao People’s Army, that as defence cooperation is a key pillar of Vietnam-Laos relations, stepping up defence ties is one of Vietnam’s top priorities.
PM Chinh said that in an unpredictable world, Vietnam and Laos should be united, have a good grasp of the situation, and share information so as to respond to any crises.
He urged the two armies to share experience in armed forces and Party building; train personnel; build a borderline of peace, friendship, cooperation, and development; fight smuggling and drug trafficking; and coordinate to deal with regional and global issues.