Sri Lanka, May 9 -- Defence Secretary Air Vice Marshal (Retd) Sampath Thuyacontha engaged in a high-level diplomatic discussion with General Phan Van Giang, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Defence of Vietnam, and his accompanying delegation in Colombo.

The meeting on Friday (8 May) focused on strengthening long-standing bilateral ties and enhancing defence cooperation between the two nations, a statement said.

During the cordial discussion, the Defence Secretary expressed his sincere gratitude to the Government of Vietnam and the visiting delegation for their continued support.

The Vietnamese Deputy Prime Minister emphasized Vietnam's commitment to working closely with Sri Lanka's defence sector, focusing on mutual inter...