This year, the US sent a delegation twice as large as in 2022 to the exhibition, led by Admiral Samuel Paparo, Commander of the Indo-Pacific Command.

Products that the US brought to the exhibition include C-130J transport aircraft, A-10 attack aircraft, Stryker armored vehicles, M777 howitzer systems... In addition, US defense companies also attended the event in large numbers.

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US officials at the exhibition area.

US Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Indo-Pacific Security Affairs Jedidiah Royal congratulated the Vietnamese Ministry of National Defense for organizing the grand opening of the exhibition; the US strongly supports a "strong, prosperous, and independent" Vietnam and supports the efforts to modernize the Vietnam People's Army.

Cooperation in overcoming the consequences of war between Vietnam and the US has come a long way. Last September, during the visit of Minister of National Defense Phan Van Giang to the US, Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin announced that the US Department of Defense will continue to support Vietnam in overcoming the consequences of war and dioxin detoxification.

Mr. Jedidiah Royal said that the two countries' defense cooperation has been increasingly strengthened, contributing to maintaining a peaceful, stable and prosperous Indo-Pacific region. The US's participation in the exhibition demonstrates the growing relationship with Vietnam.

Mr. Jedidiah Royal spoke about the opportunities for defense industry cooperation between the two countries in a number of areas.

“We always welcome opportunities for stronger cooperation with Vietnam and countries in the region, both bilaterally and multilaterally,” he affirmed.

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Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and General Phan Van Giang, Minister of National Defense, visit the C-130J aircraft.

Admiral Samuel Paparo, Commander of the Indo-Pacific Command, was impressed by the magnificent and splendid performance of the opening ceremony, demonstrating the excellence and precision of the Vietnamese Army.

The Admiral spoke about bilateral cooperation in humanitarian assistance, disaster relief, military medicine, clearing unexploded ordnance, overcoming the consequences of dioxin, and repatriating the remains of American soldiers. Mr. Samuel Paparo shared about the bright future of bilateral relations, cooperating with each other in the spirit of equality, respecting the sovereignty and independence of each country, ensuring a free and open Indo-Pacific region.

Admiral Samuel Paparo was pleased with the strong development of the two countries' relationship, especially the upgrading of the relationship to Comprehensive Strategic Partnership last September; this is "a source of great pride for both the US and Vietnam".

Admiral Samuel Paparo assessed that Vietnam has an equal role with all countries. Vietnam is “independent, protects its own interests and contributes to the international community”. “Vietnam has participated in humanitarian assistance, disaster relief, military medicine cooperation activities, contributing to promoting the central role of ASEAN, promoting a rules-based international order, for stability, independence and development in the region.

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General Nguyen Tan Cuong, Chief of the General Staff of the Vietnam People's Army and Deputy Minister of National Defense, visited the C-130J aircraft.

US Ambassador to Vietnam Marc Knapper expressed his impression of the way Vietnam organized the exhibition. Mr. Marc Knapper added that Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh's message about cooperation and promoting friendship and development resonated greatly, especially with the US.

"We want to deepen our friendship and expand cooperation with Vietnam. We want major US defense companies to work here, to work with Vietnam, with Vietnamese partners in joint production, technology transfer...", the Ambassador shared.

The US participation in the exhibition demonstrates the commitment of the US Government and defense industry to support Vietnam in diversifying and modernizing its military.

Mr. Marc Knapper emphasized that the historic and unprecedented participation of the US Government and private sector at this exhibition demonstrates its commitment to Vietnam.

Prime Minister: Vietnam builds strong enough defense potential to increase self-defense capability

Prime Minister: Vietnam builds strong enough defense potential to increase self-defense capability

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh said that Vietnam advocates building a revolutionary, disciplined, elite, and modern army; building a strong enough defense potential to enhance self-defense capabilities and protect the country early and from afar.
Proposing US aviation and defense businesses to cooperate in technology transfer

Proposing US aviation and defense businesses to cooperate in technology transfer

On the afternoon of December 18, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh received a delegation of aerospace, defense, and security businesses from the US-ASEAN Business Council (USABC) attending the 2nd International Defense Exhibition.