The two sides also explored potential areas for further cooperation, including logistics, military medicine, search and rescue operations, and UN peacekeeping. Both nations reaffirmed their commitment to coordinating closely with and supporting each other in international forums, particularly within the ASEAN Defence Ministers’ Meeting (ADMM) and the ASEAN Defence Ministers’ Meeting-Plus (ADMM-Plus).
Jakarta (VNA) – The 4th Vietnam-Indonesia defence policy dialogue was held in Jakarta on September 18, co-chaired by Sen. Lieut. Gen. Hoang Xuan Chien, Deputy Minister of National Defence of Vietnam, and Lieut. Gen. Tri Budi Utomo, Secretary General of the Indonesian Ministry of Defence.
Sen. Lieut. Gen. Chien highlighted the strategic significance of 2025 for relations between Vietnam and Indonesia, with the celebration of the 70th anniversary of bilateral diplomatic ties (December 30), and the upgrade to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership during a state visit to Indonesia by Vietnam’s Party General Secretary To Lam in March 2025. This milestone is expected to open new avenues for cooperation, capitalising on the strengths and needs of both nations, he underscored.
The Vietnamese officer reviewed the recent achievements in defence cooperation, particularly following the previous defence policy dialogue in October 2023. Key outcomes include high-level exchanges, the continuation of effective consultation mechanisms, training cooperation, and collaboration between military services. Vietnam also praised Indonesia’s initiative to send naval and coast guard vessels to Vietnam for visits in 2024. Additionally, both sides made significant strides in defence industry cooperation and mutual support in multilateral forums, he added.
Lieut. Gen. Tri Budi Utomo reaffirmed the importance of comprehensive cooperation, with defence ties as a critical pillar. He expressed Indonesia’s commitment to advancing bilateral defence cooperation, particularly through upcoming working group meetings and military industry collaboration.
Both sides emphasised the importance of trust-based, comprehensive, and substantial cooperation in the future. This cooperation should focus on key areas such as exchanges at all levels, consultations on strategic defence issues, the promotion of existing cooperation mechanisms, and the enhancement of training collaboration.
They also highlighted the importance of improving collaboration among military services, particularly in law enforcement at sea, information sharing, and experience exchange. Strengthening defence industry ties and addressing non-traditional security challenges, such as counter-terrorism and maritime security, were also key discussion points.
The two sides also explored potential areas for further cooperation, including logistics, military medicine, search and rescue operations, and UN peacekeeping. Both nations reaffirmed their commitment to coordinating closely with and supporting each other in international forums, particularly within the ASEAN Defence Ministers’ Meeting (ADMM) and the ASEAN Defence Ministers’ Meeting-Plus (ADMM-Plus).
On regional issues, both sides highlighted the role of ASEAN and ASEAN-led mechanisms, pledging to work together to make positive contributions to promoting the grouping’s solidarity and central role in the regional security architecture.
They stressed the importance of maintaining peace, stability, and freedom of navigation and overflight in the East Sea, emphasising the need to promote commitment and adherence to the Declaration on the Conduct of Parties in the East Sea (DOC) and pushing for the early conclusion of negotiations and signing of a substantive and effective Code of Conduct in the East Sea (COC) in line with international law, including the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) 1982./.
During the visit, the VCG delegation paid courtesy calls on Vice Admiral Irvansyah, Chief of Bakamla, and Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung Wibowo. At these meetings, both sides underscored the importance of fostering collaboration in various fields, particularly among maritime law enforcement agencies, in line with the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between Vietnam and Indonesia.
With a combined market of over 370 million consumers, Vietnam and Indonesia leverage agricultural strengths: Vietnam leads in rice exports, while Indonesia dominates palm oil and coffee and is advancing toward rice self-sufficiency. Key cooperation opportunities span sustainable fisheries, hi-tech farming, agricultural science innovation, integrated value chains, and market access.
Vietnam and Indonesia reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening cooperation in combating terrorism as it remains a threat to peace, security, and stability across their respective nations, the broader region, and the international community.
Currently, construction is underway on 11 expressway projects/component projects with a total length of 434.7 km in the Mekong Delta region. For the region to thrive, multiple tasks and solutions must be carried out, with priority given to acting swiftly and boldly in infrastructure development, and investing in human resources development.
The NA is scheduled to review and decide on 66 major issues, including 49 draft laws, four draft resolutions, and 13 socio-economic and budget-related matters at its upcoming 10th session.
The official visit to Finland by Party General Secretary Lam and his spouse marks an important milestone in the Vietnam–Finland relationship. It reflects Vietnam’s high regard for the traditional friendship and multifaceted cooperation with Finland.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on October 19 inspected the practical handling of administrative procedures and the operation of the two-tier local administration system; examined the Can Tho Oncology Hospital project, whose construction has been suspended for years; and visited a social housing project in Can Tho city.
Vietnam always attaches great importance to further strengthening relations with Cuba in politics and cooperation for the development and well-being of the people of both countries.
The 10th session of the 15th National Assembly (NA) will open in Hanoi on October 20.
Can Tho city must fully tap its distinctive potential, outstanding opportunities, and competitive advantages to create new development space worthy of its position and role as a growth engine of the Mekong Delta region, and a hub for modern industry, agriculture, services, trade, logistics, education and training, and specialised health care, said PM Pham Minh Chinh.
Vietnam always values and wishes to further strengthen the Strategic Partnership with the UK – a leading and important partner of Vietnam in Europe, said cting Minister of Foreign Affairs Le Hoai Trung.
A friendship gathering themed “President Ho Chi Minh, Vietnamese women, and the spirit of international solidarity” was held by the Vietnamese Embassy in Brazil, in collaboration with the Group of Spouses of Heads of Mission (BSB Group) in Brasilia on October 17.
Speaker of the Hungarian National Assembly László Kövér has expressed his admiration for Ho Chi Minh City’s development, saying that compared to his latest visit to Vietnam a decade ago, the southern metropolis has made remarkable progress across all aspects.
The PM requested relevant ministries and agencies to fully absorb sound and practical opinions, review existing legal regulations, and consider amendments and supplements to meet current requirements.
Addressing a ceremony in Hanoi on October 18 to celebrate the 95th Traditional Day of the Party Central Committee’s Office, the Party chief urged the office to provide strategic advice to the Party Central Committee, the Politburo, and the Secretariat that is clear in problem definition, feasible in approach, well-resourced, and precisely scheduled.
Vice Chairman of the National Assembly’s Committee on National Defence, Security and External Relations Nguyen Manh Tien has proposed that Germany actively support and accelerate the Federal Parliament’s ratification of the EU–Vietnam Investment Protection Agreement (EVIPA) at the earliest possible time, turning it into a true symbol of the long-term and sustainable partnership between the EU and Vietnam.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on October 18 chaired a meeting of permanent cabinet members with associations, federations, and enterprises to address difficulties and obstacles in the standardisation and conformity assessment of products and goods.
The People’s Council of the central city of Hue on October 17 elected Phan Thien Dinh, Deputy Secretary of the municipal Party Committee and head of the Economic – Budgetary Committee of the Hue People’s Council, as Chairman of the city People’s Committee for the 2021-2026 tenure, with 44 out of 44 votes in favour.
Addressing a ceremony marking the 80th Traditional Day of Vietnam’s Defence Intelligence (October 25, 1945 – 2025) on October 18, General Secretary Lam, who is also Secretary of the Central Military Commission, highly appreciated and warmly commended the glorious achievements and traditions of the defence intelligence.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has emphasised the need for efforts to complete public investment disbursement by 100% for this year, with ministers, heads of sectors and leaders of localities promoting their leadership responsibilities, and relevant parties strengthening supervision, all for happiness of the people.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh noted that public investment capital for this term has risen by 55% compared to the previous term. For 2025 alone, the figure totals approximately 1.11 quadrillion VND (421.38 million USD) with the Government striving for 100% disbursement to help spur growth and development.
Speaker of the Hungarian National Assembly László Kövér arrived in Ho Chi Minh City on October 18 morning to start his five-day official visit to Vietnam at the invitation of National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man.
Deputy PM Nguyen Chi Dung underlined that people-to-people diplomacy plays a foundational role in promoting comprehensive cooperation between Vietnam and Germany.
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