Hanoi, July 10 -- Deputy Minister of National Defence Senior Lieutenant General Hoang Xuan Chien has emphasised that over the past 60 years of development, the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) have grown steadily and expanded international cooperation, including practical and effective collaboration with the Vietnam People's Army.

Speaking at a reception held on July 9 to mark the 60th founding anniversary of the SAF, Chien highlighted the strong ties between the two defence ministries and militaries, noting that leaders from both sides regularly meet and engage in exchanges. He underlined the importance of established cooperation mechanisms, which have proven effective over time.

The two countries frequently hold dialogues, consultations, ...