At a reception for the visiting Indian delegation, Defence Minister Ngo Xuan Lich highlighted the importance of India-Vietnam defence co-operation, affirming that it remains as a key pillar in the strategic partnership between the two countries. He suggested the two sides strengthen the defence ties in the coming time, through promoting exchanges and experience sharing, and international cooperation in the field. The Indian guest Mohan Kumar said India attached great importance to defence ties with Vietnam and will create conditions for the two countries to expand military cooperation in term of officer training, defence and air and sea deployment.
