Pentagon chief says U.S. seeks deeper military ties with Vietnam
Published: 02 Nov. 2025, 19:42
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U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth attends the Asean-United States Defense Ministers Hi-Tea as part of the Asean Defense Ministers’ Meeting in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Nov. 1, 2025. [REUTERS/YONHAP]
Washington wants deeper military cooperation with Vietnam, U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said on Sunday during a visit to Hanoi, where he is set to meet leaders of the Southeast Asian nation.
Speaking ahead of a meeting with Defense Minister Phan Van Giang, Hegseth said Washington's military ties with Vietnam have involved the delivery of three cutters to the Vietnamese coastguard and three T-6 trainer aircraft, from an order of 12.
"The United States is committed to continuing these projects and more," Hegseth said, adding that the United States supported a strong and independent Vietnam.
"Deeper cooperation will benefit both of our countries."
Reuters
with the Korea JoongAng Daily
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