A Foreign Ministry spokesman said the two countries continued to promote maritime security cooperation when asked about the US transfer of a second patrol ship to Vietnam.

"The comprehensive partnership between Vietnam and the US has maintained a momentum in many fields, including security and defense cooperation," said Le Thi Thu Hang, a spokesman for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. said in the press conference this afternoon.

Speaking when visiting Vietnam on November 20, US Defense Secretary Mark Esper announced that the US would transfer the second Hamilton-class coast guard ship to Vietnam, according to a statement from the US Embassy in Vietnam this afternoon.

"The delivery of this ship, one of the largest ships in the US Coast Guard fleet, is a symbol of the comprehensive bilateral partnership, which enhances maritime law enforcement and search and rescue capabilities. of Vietnam, "said Mr. Esper.

A spokesperson for Vietnam's Ministry of Foreign Affairs said the two countries continue to promote bilateral defense cooperation, including maritime security cooperation, improving maritime law enforcement capacity, and contributing to maintaining peace. , stability, cooperation and development in the region and the world, based on the agreements reached.

Information about the US transfer of another patrol ship to Vietnam was admired by Admiral Phil Davidson, commander of the Indian-Pacific Command (USINDOPACOM) in a statement sent to the Senate on February 13. Admiral Davidson said bilateral cooperation was focused on strengthening Vietnam's maritime capacities.