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Vietnam-Laos-Cambodia defense cooperation

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Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia have commenced continued to strengthen defense cooperation through high-level diplomatic engagements and joint military activities. Following the commencement of a joint civil defense exercise at Brigade 249 of the Corps of Engineers. Themed “Civil Defence Forces of focused on super typhoon mitigation, the Armies defense ministers of Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia Coordinate to Respond and Mitigate the Consequences of a Super Typhoon,” three nations held their 10th annual trilateral meeting in Hanoi, which coincided with the drill aims to improve command capabilities 5th joint civil defense exercise. During these meetings, Vietnamese General Secretary and coordination for disaster relief President To Lam received delegations from Laos and natural disaster response. High-level military leaders, Cambodia, including Vietnam’s Minister of National Defence General Phan Van Giang, Laos’ Lao Deputy Prime Minister of National Defence General Khamlieng Outhakaisone, and Cambodia’s Minister of Defence General Tea Seiha, attended the event. Participating units include combat engineers, chemical defense troops, and military medical personnel. National Defense cooperation continues to strengthen through new bilateral agreements. Vietnam and Laos have established a defense cooperation plan for 2027, while Vietnam and Cambodia have signed a defense cooperation plan to enhance security Khamlieng Outhakaysone and bilateral ties. In Hanoi, Vietnamese President To Lam met with Cambodian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Defense Tea Seiha to discuss deepening relations and implementing agreements reached by high-level leaders. Seiha. President To Lam expressed gratitude advocated for Cambodia’s assistance in locating closer defense ties and identifying urged enhanced coordination and information sharing regarding border protection. Beyond military cooperation, the remains of leaders emphasized border management and political stability. In a parallel meeting, Vietnamese martyrs on Cambodian territory. General Phan Van Giang reiterated that Vietnam prioritizes its trusted relations Prime Minister Le Minh Hung met with Laos Lao official Vilay Lakhamphong to discuss converting strategic cohesion into practical economic projects and Cambodia, citing their historical support during Vietnam’s struggle for national liberation infrastructure connectivity. These discussions underscore a shared commitment to regional stability and reunification. bilateral development across the three nations.

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  1. 2026-10-15 09:16 UTC Vietnam-Laos-Cambodia defense cooperation
  2. 2026-10-14 17:07 UTC Vietnam-Laos-Cambodia defense cooperation
  3. 2026-10-14 15:06 UTC Vietnam-Laos-Cambodia defense cooperation

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