PMs of Vietnam, Laos visit photo exhibition on achievements of economic ties

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and his Lao host Sonexay Siphandone visited a photo exhibition on achievements in the two countries’ economic cooperation, held in Vientiane on January 12.
Prime Ministers Pham Minh Chinh (L) and Sonexay Siphandone visit the photo exhibition in Vientiane on January 12. (Photo: VNA)
Prime Ministers Pham Minh Chinh (L) and Sonexay Siphandone visit the photo exhibition in Vientiane on January 12. (Photo: VNA)

The display, part of PM Chinh’s official visit to Laos on January 11 - 12, was held by the Vietnam News Agency at the National Convention Centre of Laos on the sidelines of the 45th meeting of the countries’ Inter-Governmental Committee and investment cooperation conference.

It showcased all-round partnership between the two countries over the past years, with a focus on finance - banking, energy, telecommunications, agriculture, and forestry.

The photo include those of many Vietnamese-invested projects across Laos, especially in rural and disadvantaged areas, which have contributed to local socio-economic development, job creation, and income improvement and also won high evaluation from Lao leaders and people.

The exhibition aims to help the two countries’ leaders, officials, and enterprises gain a better understanding of the Vietnam - Laos special relations, particularly in economy.

VNA