# Chinese defense minister holds talks with visiting Lao counterpart

https://mins.news/en/item/62003

- CGTN, 2026-09-15 01:04 UTC
- Politics
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> Chinese Defense Minister Dong Jun met Lao Deputy Prime Minister and Defense Minister Khamlieng Outhakaysone in Beijing. Both sides expressed support for stronger military exchanges and practical cooperation to help safeguard regional stability. Their forces are also conducting the “Peace Train-2026” humanitarian assistance and medical services exercise in Vientiane.

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