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They updated each other on the current situation of their respective countries and scrutinized the cooperation the two foreign ministries during the 2014-2020 period. Both deputy FMs expressed their delight at the new steps of development in the traditional friendship, special solidarity, and comprehensive cooperation between Vietnam and Laos, especially the increasing political trust and fruitful cooperation on security, defence, trade, investment, and education and training. Deputy Foreign Minister Le Hoai Trung (second from right). The two sides discussed developments in the region and the world and consented to continue working hand in hand at regional and international forums, especially within the ASEAN and other sub-regional cooperation mechanisms in Southeast Asia. They had an in-depth discussion on measures and orientations to improve the efficiency of realizing high-level agreements, thereby further deepening bilateral cooperation in multiple fields. They … [Read more...] about Vietnam, Laos hold third political consultation

Overview of the third political consultation between foreign ministries of Vietnam and Laos in Hanoi on August 24 (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – Deputy Foreign Minister Le Hoai Trung and his Lao counterpart Khamphau Ernthavan co-chaired the third political consultation between the two foreign ministries in Hanoi on August 24. At the annual event, the two sides briefed each other on the current situation of their respective countries, while reviewing the outcomes of major cooperation areas as well as the affiliation of the two ministries during the 2014-2020 period. Both deputy FMs showed their pleasure at the recent progress in the traditional friendship, special solidarity, and comprehensive cooperation between Vietnam and Laos, especially the increasing political trust and fruitful collaboration in security, defence, trade, investment, and education and training. The success of the Vietnam-Laos Friendship and Solidarity Year 2017 contributed to cementing ties between the … [Read more...] about Vietnam, Laos hold third political consultation in Hanoi

Deputy Prime Minister cum Foreign Minister Pham Binh Minh hostsLao Deputy Foreign Minister Khamphau Ernthavan. At a reception in Hanoi on August 23 for Lao Deputy Foreign Minister Khamphau Ernthavan who is on a visit to Vietnam to co-chair the third Vietnam-Laos political consultation at the deputy foreign minister-level, Minh also hailed the close-knit and effective relations between the two foreign ministries. Applauding the significance of the Vietnam-Laos political consultation mechanism at the deputy foreign minister-level, he suggested the two sides should have an open discussion with mutual trust in a bid to deepen the two countries’ affiliation. He extended his sympathy for the huge losses the Lao people have suffered due to the tragic dam collapse in Attapeu province in late July, while believing the Government of Laos and those affected will surmount every difficulty and return to normal life. Ernthavan, in turn, spoke of her appreciation for the annual consultation … [Read more...] about Deputy PM notes with joy great progress in Vietnam-Laos ties

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Pham Binh Minh (R) receives Lao Deputy Foreign Minister Khamphau Ernthavan  (Source: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Pham Binh Minh on August 23 received Lao Deputy Foreign Minister Khamphau Ernthavan who has been in Vietnam to co-chair the third Vietnam-Laos political consultation at the deputy foreign minister-level. At the meeting, Minh said he is delighted to see remarkable progress in the traditional friendship, special solidarity and comprehensive cooperation between Vietnam and Laos, as well as the close and effective ties between the two foreign ministries. He stressed the significance of the Vietnam-Laos political consultation mechanism at the deputy foreign minister-level, saying the two sides should discuss issues openly with mutual trust in an effort to deepen the two countries’ cooperation. The Deputy PM also took the occasion to express his sympathy for the losses the Lao people … [Read more...] about Deputy PM Pham Binh Minh hosts Lao Deputy FM