Lao Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone has expressed his deep appreciation and special recognition of the Vietnamese Government’s strong determination, under the close leadership and direction of Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, in helping translate the great friendship, special solidarity, comprehensive cooperation and strategic cohesion between Viet Nam and Laos into practical and effective outcomes.

As close-knit neighbours bound by a deep and enduring friendship — sharing the majestic Truong Son Range and the waters of the Mekong River — Viet Nam and Laos have always cherished and nurtured their great friendship, special solidarity, comprehensive cooperation, and strategic bond.