January 08, 2022 | 18:05 (GMT+7)
Lao Prime Minister begins Vietnam visit
Politburo member and Prime Minister of Laos Phankham Viphavanh arrived in Hanoi on January 8 morning, beginning his official visit to Vietnam from January 8-10 at the invitation of his Vietnamese counterpart Pham Minh Chinh.
The Lao PM is accompanied by Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Naitonal Defence Chansamone Chanyalath; Deputy PM, Minister of Planning and Investment and Chairman of the Laos – Vietnam Cooperation Committee Sonexay Siphandone; Minister of Foreign Affairs Saleumxay Kommasith, and other ministers and officials.
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Lao Prime Minister Phankham Viphavanh (front, center) arrives at Noi Bai International Airport in Hanoi on January 8 morning. |
It is the first visit by a foreign high-ranking leader to Vietnam this year, showing determination of the two countries’ leaders in promoting Vietnam – Laos special ties and effectively carrying out the Vietnam – Laos Joint Statement in June 2021.
It is also the first meaningful event within the framework of the Vietnam – Laos, Laos – Vietnam Year of Solidarity and Friendship in order to further tighten bilateral special relationship.
Source: VNA