Việt Nam and Japan have pledged to enhance their defence collaboration, focusing on strategic areas such as military training, cybersecurity, and development within the defence industry. This agreement was reached during a meeting in Hà Nội between Vietnamese Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Defence General Phan Văn Giang and General Uchikura Hiroaki, Chief of Staff of Japan’s Self-Defence Forces. The discussions centered on strengthening bilateral defence ties and effectively implementing existing cooperation agreements.
General Phan Văn Giang highlighted Việt Nam’s dedication to bolstering consultation and dialogue mechanisms, expanding cooperation among military branches, and fostering collaboration in defence technology, military medicine, and cybersecurity. He pointed out that defence relations are now a crucial component of the broader Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between the two nations. In particular, the Vietnamese minister praised Japan’s support in personnel training, defence industry development, technology transfer, and post-war recovery efforts.
Furthermore, General Giang called for more scholarship and training opportunities for Vietnamese defence personnel, especially in science, engineering, and technology fields. Japan remains a key economic and strategic ally for Việt Nam, with robust cooperation in trade, investment, development assistance, and labour exchanges. Defence ties between the two countries have expanded significantly, facilitated by regular policy dialogues and military consultations.
General Uchikura emphasized Japan’s commitment to strengthening its defence relationship with Việt Nam, expressing support for expanding cooperation in high-level exchanges, military education, cybersecurity, and healthcare services within the armed forces. Both countries have agreed to maintain close coordination to enhance mutual trust, regional stability, and long-term strategic cooperation.