(VOVworld) - Vietnam treasures its comprehensive relations with the US , particularly in naval activities, said General Do Ba Ty, Chief of the General Staff of the Vietnam People’s Army and Deputy Defence Minister, at a reception in Hanoi on Friday for Admiral Scott Swift, Commander of the US Pacific Fleet.

General Do Ba Ty, Chief of the General Staff of the Vietnam People’s Army and Deputy Defence Minister (R) and Admiral Scott Swift, Commander of the US Pacific Fleet. (Photo: VNA)

Ty said he hopes the two naval forces will further cement ties based on equality and mutual respect for the benefit of each nation, and regional peace and stability.

Admiral Swift agreed that Vietnam’s territorial dispute in the East Sea should be settled peacefully with respect for international law, including the 1982 UN Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS).

He said he will continue contributing to ensuring safety and security in the East Sea towards global stability.