Vietnam, Laos issue joint statementVietnam and Laos issued a joint statement during the official friendly visit to Vietnam by General Secretary of the Lao People’s Revolutionary Party (LPRP) and President of Laos Bounnhang Vorachith from December 19-21. They agreed to strengthen political relations, maintain regular high-level meetings, improve the effectiveness of existing cooperation mechanisms, expand coordination among ministries, sectors and localities and work together to educate youngsters on the traditional ties between Vietnam and Laos. The two sides affirmed the significance of boosting links in economy, investment, trade, culture, education-training, health care and science-technology. The leaders of Vietnam and Laos also decided to strengthen ties in defence and security, considering it an important pillar in bilateral relations with the aim of ensuring stability, security, order and safety in each country. Additionally, the two sides will share information, coordinate effectively and support each other at international and regional forums.

Source: VietNamNet News December 22, 2017 03:33 UTC