Vietnam, China enhance military cooperation
The agreement was made during the talks between the visiting Chief of General Staff of the Vietnam People’s Army (VPA), Sen. Lieut. Gen. Nguyen Khac Nghien and Sen. Lieut. Gen. Chen Bingde, Chief of General Staff of the People’s Liberation Army of China.
The two military leaders briefed each other on the current political and socio-economic situations in their own countries, exchanged experiences and discussed a number of issues of common concern.
They also agreed to increase the exchange of military delegations at all levels to develop and maintain military-related dialogues.
Regarding the East Sea , the two sides agreed to ask their respective Parties and States to intensify high-level discussions and enter into peaceful negotiations to seek long-term solutions to ensure stability in the East Sea area and maintain the healthy relationship enjoyed by the two countries.
During their stay in China from Nov. 30-Dec. 4, Nghien, who doubles as Deputy Minister of Defence, and his entourage paid a courtesy visit to Chinese Vice State President Xi Jinping and the Defence Minister, Sen. Lieut. Gen. Liang Guanglie.
He also met with the leaders of the Guangzhou military zone in Hainan island, and visited the China North Industries Corporation (NORICO).-Enditem
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