Meeting occurred on May 06, 2026 in New Delhi between Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Vietnamese Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Defence General Phan Van Giang
The meeting reflected the Enhanced Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between India and Vietnam
Both leaders reviewed ongoing defence cooperation and expressed satisfaction with steady progress in bilateral engagements
Cooperation areas included high-level exchanges, training programmes, and capacity-building initiatives
Discussions focused on strengthening defence ties through enhanced maritime cooperation
Plans include expansion of defence industry collaboration and promotion of joint research initiatives
Emphasis on co-development and co-production initiatives between the two countries
Importance placed on regular interactions between defence forces including port calls and joint exercises
Commitment to institutional dialogue mechanisms between the two nations
India reiterated commitment to cooperate with Vietnam under its MAHASAGAR vision (Mutual and Holistic Advancement for Security and Growth for All in the Region)
Both leaders exchanged views on regional and global security issues of mutual concern
Emphasis on maintaining peace, stability, and rule-based international order
The meeting reaffirmed shared commitment to deepen defence partnership and explore new avenues of cooperation
