VIENTIANE, SEPT 6 – Representatives of member countries of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) in the 21st ASEAN Defense Forces Chiefs Meeting met here to discuss key issues affecting regional security and defense cooperation, reports Xinhua.
Speaking at the meeting yesterday, Deputy Minister of Defense of Laos and Chief of Staff of the Lao People’s Armed Forces, Khamlieng Outhakaysone expressed his appreciation to all ASEAN member countries and the ASEAN Secretariat for their support and contribution, while praising their dedication in ensuring the success of this year’s meeting, local newspapers reported. , Pasaxon yesterday.
During the meeting, the participants exchanged views on the latest regional security landscape and discussed ways to enhance defense cooperation with the aim of building mutual trust, capabilities and preparedness in addressing challenges to regional stability.
The discussion emphasized the importance of maintaining peace, stability and unity within ASEAN through collaborative efforts. – Named
