Both sides emphasized in the joint statement that the foundation of their relationship is compliance with international law, as well as respect for independence, sovereignty, and territorial integrity. They also agreed to further strengthen defense exchanges and promote cooperation in the transfer of defense equipment.

It is understood that,"Comprehensive strategic partnership" is the highest level of Vietnam's foreign relations. In addition to Japan, Vietnam also has relations with China, Russia, India, and South KoreaAnd the United States has established a comprehensive strategic partnership. The focus of cooperation between Vietnam and Japan will be on professional training for Vietnamese coast guards, and Japan will provide training related equipment to strengthen Vietnam's defense capabilities.

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01Chinese warships arrive in Myanmar for a friendly visit

According to news from Yangon, three Chinese naval vessels have recently arrived in Yangon, Myanmar for a four-day friendly visit. This is the sixth visit of the Chinese naval fleet to Myanmar, and the warships visited include a destroyer, a frigate, and a supply ship. Major General Zowin, the relevant leaders of the Chinese Embassy in Myanmar and the commander of the Myanmar Navy Dockyard Base, warmly welcomed them at the dock.

according toIt is understood that Chinese warships are visiting at a critical juncture of the increasingly fierce civil war in northern Myanmar, mainly to participate in naval security exercises between Myanmar and China. During this period, Chinese formation officers and soldiers will engage in professional exchanges, cultural and sports competitions, as well as mutual visits to military facilities with Burmese naval officers and soldiers. We will also offer condolences to local primary school teachers and students. So far, the Myanmar authorities have not disclosed the details and start time of the exercise, but according to Myanmar's official media "Myanmar Global New Light", the Chinese Navy special task force participating in the exercise wasComposed of 700 people.

Reuters reported that recently, Putin signed aThe 2024 budget approved a significant increase in military spending. Among them, Russia's defense spending in 2024 will increase by nearly 70% compared to 2023, from 6.5 trillion rubles to 11.1 trillion rubles. Military expenses will mainly be used forMaintenance and procurement of the military,Compensation for casualties of military personnel, andUpdate and upgrade some weapons and equipment.

Military scientists analyze that an increase in the proportion of military spending meansRussia will focus on economy, education, and health next yearThe budget in other fields will decrease, and Russia may enter a wartime economic system. On the other hand, it also means that,In 2024, Russia will increase its investment in the Russian Ukrainian battlefield. Prior to this, both Russia and Ukraine have entered a winter offensive mode. Thanks to Iran's design of suicide drones, Russia's air strike force has significantly increased. It is expected that this winter's attacks by Russian military drones will beReached a record breaking quantity.

01Australia will ban the import of disposable e-cigarettes from next year

Sydney News: Recently, the Australian Department of Health issued a statement stating that,Australia will start next yearStarting from January, the import of disposable e-cigarettes will be banned in an attempt to stop young people from contracting the habit of smoking e-cigarettes. ThisThe import ban will also be implemented next yearExpanding to non therapeutic e-cigarettes in March,Electronic cigarettes used for treatment requireIssued by the Office of Drug ControlofLicenseOnly then can it be imported. Australianext yearstillWill standThe law prohibits the production, promotion, or supply of disposable electronic cigarettes in China.The Australian government will allocate an additional AUD 75 million to border forces and the Medical Supplies Authority to implement the new regulations.

It is understood that AustraliaIt is throughThe lowest smoking rate among member countries of the Organization for Economic Cooperation and DevelopmentCountryamongBut the countryThe number of e-cigarette smokers is rapidly increasing, especially among young people.Official data statistics, AustraliaAmong the age group of 18 to 24, approximatelyhaveOne fifth smoke electronic cigarettes;About one seventh of teenagers aged 14 to 17 smoke e-cigarettes. The authorities stated that,Teenagers who smoke e-cigarettes are three times more likely to develop the habit of smoking in the future than the general population.  

According to Filong.com, recently, the Philippine Minister of TourismAt the first Philippine Golf Tourism Summit held in Dayi City, it was stated thatPhilippinesThe Ministry of Tourism is committed to collaborating with public and private stakeholders to develop tourism products and attract more foreign tourists to the Philippines for tourismBuilding golf tourism routes is one of the future directions for the Philippine tourism industry,the PhilippinesplanBecoming the preferred destination for golfers around the world.

Ponderosa Golf ClubThe leader stated that the data shows that,The daily consumption of golf tourists is the same as that of ordinary leisure tourists150%It is worth investing more effort in reception. The Philippines should issue preferential measuresMotivate golf courses to improve infrastructure,Improve reception capacity, forOrdinary tourists are provided with practice time to take golf as a starting point and drive the overall development of the tourism industry in the Philippines.

It is understood that,reachBy 2030, the global golf tourism market is expected to grow to over 41.87 billion US dollars. At present, there are over 100 golf courses in the Philippines, located on Luzon Island, Weishiye Island, and Mindanao Island. Among them, the Santa Barbara Golf Course located in Yilang Province was built in 1907 and is considered the oldest golf course in history.