The second consultation session on maritime issues between Vietnam and Russia was held in Moscow, Russia, on May 22, under the co-chair of Vietnamese Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Defense, General Phan Van Giang; and Aide to the President, Chairman of the Russia Federal Maritime Council, Mr. Nikolai Platonovich Patrushev.
General Phan Van Giang was quoted by Vietnam’s Government News as reiterating that Vietnam highly values Russia's status as a major maritime power, while emphasizing that Vietnam's Ministry of National Defense wishes to further promote cooperation with the Maritime Board of Russia towards a more substantive and effective manner.
Mr. Patrushev, for his part and as quoted by the News, asserted that cooperation in the maritime field plays an important role in strengthening and deepening the bilateral defense cooperation, in line with the orientation of the Vietnam–Russia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.
Outstanding achievements in maritime cooperation include naval cooperation, the signing of cooperation documents, shipbuilding, marine scientific research within the framework of the Viet Nam–Russia Tropical Center for research on marine and island resources and environment, conservation and restoration of marine ecosystems and cooperation in maritime services and transportation.
Cooperation in training continues to be a highlight in the bilateral relations, including the training of naval officers, both officials noted.
The two sides pledged to continue carrying out the signed cooperation documents, strengthening ties between the two navies and promoting collaboration in training, scientific research, and maritime transport.
The two sides signed and exchanged a cooperation plan in maritime between Vietnam's Ministry of National Defense and the Maritime Board of Russia for the 2026–2030 period.
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