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The opening ceremony witnessed the presence of representatives from the Vietnamese Embassy in Laos, the Lao Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and a host of officials and staff from relevant agencies of both nations. Lao Minister of Information, Culture, and Tourism, Suansavanh Viyaket, addressed the gathering, underscoring the historical significance of the Ho Chi Minh Campaign victory on April 30, 1975. Minister Viyaket highlighted the enduring bond between the two countries, noting that over the years, former high-ranking leaders, experts, volunteer soldiers, and people of Laos and Vietnam have consistently exchanged visits, shared experiences, and offered mutual support in their respective national development journeys. According to the minister, the victory on April 30, 1975, was not merely a triumph for Vietnam but a shared victory for the united forces and the special combat alliance between Laos and Vietnam. It also signified a victory for the three Indochinese nations of Laos, Vi...

Vietnam News Headlines: Strengthening Ties with Canada and Active Engagement in China Vietnam’s Prime Minister Engages in Diplomatic Efforts in Kunming Pham Minh Chinh holds discussions with Lao counterpart Sonexay Siphandone, emphasizing the unique relationship between the two nations. State President Luong Cuong to embark on official visits to Chile and Peru, along with attending the APEC Economic Leaders’ Week. Ho Chi Minh City takes the lead in cooperative activities with Cambodia, fostering good neighborly relations. Vietnam’s tourism sector thrives with over 14 million foreign visitors in the past ten months, a 41.3% increase year-on-year. Vietnamese and American businesses come together to boost trade links, creating opportunities for cooperation and growth. Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh (left) and Lao Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone unite in Kunming, China, on November 6. (Photo: VNA) United Front: Vietnam and Laos Strengthen Bond...

Prime Minister Narendra Modi embarks on a significant visit to Vientiane PM Modi’s visit to Vientiane, Laos, comes at the invitation of his Laotian counterpart, Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone. During his visit, Modi is scheduled to attend the 21st ASEAN-India Summit and the 19th East Asia Summit, hosted by Laos, the current Chair of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations. “This year marks a decade of the Act East Policy. Our relationship with ASEAN holds a central pillar in this policy and our Indo-Pacific vision,” the Indian Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) stated. The ASEAN-India Summit will comprehensively review the progress of the India-ASEAN partnership and chart a future course to strengthen cooperation across various domains. The East Asia Summit, a prominent leaders’ forum, fosters strategic trust in the region. It offers an opportunity for leaders of the EAS Participating Countries, including India, to exchange insights and perspectives on pressing r...

On July 5, the Dong Nai Union of Provincial Friendship Organizations, the Vietnam-Laos Friendship Association of Dong Nai, and the People’s Committee of Vinh Cuu District joined forces to organize a cultural exchange festival between the youth of Dong Nai and Lao students studying in the province. This event aimed to foster international connections and enhance cultural understanding between the young people of Vietnam and Laos. It also provided a platform for participants to delve into the historical ties between the two nations, thus fostering solidarity and friendship. The exchange program embodied the practical efforts to bolster understanding, camaraderie, and solidarity between Vietnam and Laos. Source: Dong Nai Union of Friendship Organizations Among those in attendance were Phonesy Bounmixay, the Consul General of Laos in Ho Chi Minh City; representatives from the Provincial Youth Union, Dong Nai Union of Friendship Organizations, the Vietnam-Laos Friendship As...

The Ho Chi Minh City Youth Union’s summer volunteer campaign in Laos included a special activity: transforming classrooms and building a playground for students in Attapeu Province. Truong Tan Nghiep, who led the group of volunteers, shared the significance of their efforts: “The renovated classrooms and new playground are our gifts to the students of Laos. We wanted to provide a spacious and enjoyable environment for them to play and learn.” The volunteers’ impact extended beyond the physical improvements. Nguyen Manh Cuong, a representative of the Ho Chi Minh City Party Committee’s Commission for Mass Mobilization, presented backpacks to Laotian students, further enhancing their educational experience. A heartwarming moment: A student at Kilomet Elementary School No. 3 in Attapeu, Laos, expresses gratitude by placing a wreath on Nguyen Manh Cuong’s neck. Photo: Dieu Qui / Tuoi Tre Truong Tan Nghiep, a dedicated volunteer leader, delivers a speech at the ceremony, e...