Vietnamese, Russian defence ministries come together to fight COVID-19

The two sides highlighted international roles in fighting the virus during this time. The Vietnamese affirmed the determination of the Government and the Vietnam People’s Army to beat the coronavirus. It also suggested enhancing the defence partnership and international cooperation, especially in military medicine and disease prevention. Russia praised the proactiveness of the Vietnam People’s Army in the fight against COVID-19. Both agreed to continue sharing experiences online and cooperating over such matters as exchanging experts in biomedical technology, supplying medical equipment to prevent diseases, providing pharmaceuticals, and enhancing collaboration between research institutions.  Vietnam’s Ministry of National Defence earlier presented medical supplies for fighting COVID-19 to the Embassy of Russia in Vietnam.