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Tuesday, October 8, 2024

Air Force concludes Thailand, Vietnam visit

The Philippine Air Force (PAF) concluded its one-week visit to Thailand and Vietnam for a bilateral and regional security meeting with its counterparts.

PAF Commanding General Lt Gen Stephen Parreño in the visit emphasized the PAF’s commitment to bolstering military cooperation and enhancing strategic ties with these key ASEAN partners.

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The visit focused on defense cooperation, cybersecurity, and personnel management, balancing official engagements with cultural and social interactions to foster strong partnerships between the air forces of the respective nations.

In Bangkok, Parreño honored fallen Thai Air Force heroes with a wreath-laying ceremony and met with Air Chief Marshal Punpakdee Pattanakul to discuss cybersecurity, discipline, and recruitment with RTAF officials. The delegation also explored the RTAF’s Rain-Making Facility and reviewed its operations.

In Hanoi, Lt Gen Parreño met with the Philippine Ambassador to discuss embassy efforts and the Philippine Air Force’s modernization plans. He also visited the Vietnam Air Defense Air Force to discuss defense cooperation and air force capabilities. Additionally, the team reviewed combat readiness and flight training at Kép Air Base, focusing on maintenance and joint exercises.

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