July 26, 2024 | 10:40 (GMT+7)
Laos emphasizes need for unity at ASEAN foreign ministers’ meeting
Lao Foreign Minister Saleumxay Kommasith underscored the importance of maintaining unity within the Association of Southeast Asian Nation (ASEAN) amidst global political upheavals at the 57th ASEAN Foreign Ministers' Meeting held in Vientiane on July 25.
In his address, the Lao FM stressed that in the face of rapidly evolving and complex geo-economic and geopolitical changes, ASEAN member states need to strengthen the bloc's centrality and unity.
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Participants of the 57th ASEAN Foreign Ministers' Meeting in a group photo (Source: asean.org) |
This, he noted, would enhance ASEAN's resilience in overcoming new challenges and seizing future opportunities.
He expressed gratitude to bloc members and partners for their tireless collective efforts in achieving significant milestones and highlighted the importance of efforts to promote peace and stability.
Participating foreign ministers were set to discuss a range of issues at the meeting, including economy, security, climate, and energy. Additionally, expanded meetings with the foreign ministers of partner countries will take place on the sidelines.
Source: VNA