Speaking highly of Vietnam – US bilateral defence ties overthe past years, Vinh asked the US to continue boosting cooperation in areaswith sound joint work, focusing on post-war recovery, including addressingAgent Orange/dioxin contamination, bombs and mines disarmament, humanitarianassistance, search and rescue, and experience sharing in the United Nationspeacekeeping mission.
Schriver, who is on a working visit to Vietnam, promised toconvey Deputy Minister Vinh’s suggestions to the US Department of Defence atthe earliest.
He expressed his belief that with joint efforts, bilateraldefence ties will become more practical and effective.-VNA