Chinese Defense Minister Dong Jun is set to travel to Kuala Lumpur from October 30 to November 2 to take part in two major regional defense gatherings: the 12th ASEAN Defense Ministers Meeting Plus (ADMM-Plus) and the 15th China-ASEAN Defense Ministers' Informal Meeting. The invitation comes from Malaysia's Ministry of National Defense, which holds the ASEAN rotating chair this year.
At the ADMM-Plus, Dong Jun will deliver a keynote speech reflecting on the forum’s 15-year journey. Since its launch, the ADMM-Plus has brought together ASEAN defense ministers and their counterparts from key partner countries to explore practical steps for enhancing regional security and cooperation.
During the following Informal Meeting between China and ASEAN defense ministers, Dong will outline a forward-looking agenda called Future-Oriented China-ASEAN Defense Cooperation. The discussion is expected to highlight new avenues for joint exercises, maritime security collaboration and streamlined communication channels.
Beyond plenary sessions, Dong Jun will hold bilateral talks with defense leaders of several nations on the sidelines of these events. These one-on-one meetings aim to strengthen military-to-military contacts and build trust across borders.
For global citizens tracking the evolving landscape of defense diplomacy, these meetings offer a window into how strategic partnerships in Southeast Asia are adapting to complex security challenges. Stay tuned as we follow the outcomes and explore what the next chapter of China-ASEAN collaboration could mean for regional stability and cooperation.
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