Vietnam Pursues Enhanced Defense Ties at Beijing Xiangshan Forum
Vietnam aims to deepen defense cooperation with partners like France, Russia, and Laos at the Beijing Xiangshan Forum. This initiative is seen as part of Vietnam's efforts to bolster its national defense capabilities amid evolving regional security dynamics.
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