Defense chiefs of Korea, Philippines discuss expanding arms cooperation
Defense Minister Ahn Gyu-back met with his Philippine counterpart on Monday to discuss regional security issues and ways to boost bilateral arms cooperation, Seoul's defense ministry said. Ahn's meeting with Philippine Defense Minister Gilberto Teodoro was held on the sidelines of the Seoul Defense Dialogue that began earlier in the day. The two ministers assessed that Korea and the Philippines…
Defense ministers of South Korea and the Philippines met on Monday to discuss expanding arms cooperation, according to The Korea Times. The meeting took place during the Seoul Defense Dialogue and aimed to strengthen regional security and bilateral relations. Both ministers emphasized the existing trust between the two nations and pledged to enhance cooperation in various sectors, including personnel exchanges, joint drills, and the defense sector.
South Korea's defense minister highlighted the quality of Korean weapons systems and requested support for Korean companies involved in the modernization project of the Philippine military. In return, the Philippine defense minister praised the Korean arms industry and expressed optimism for future bilateral defense cooperation.
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