Vietnam, Laos seek to boost legislative cooperation
Vice Chairman of the Vietnamese National Assembly (NA) Tran Thanh Man held talks with his Lao counterpart, Sounthone Xayachak, in Vientiane on August 10.
Vice Chairman of the Vietnamese National Assembly Tran Thanh Man (Photo: VNA)
Vientiane (VNA) – Vice Chairman of the Vietnamese NationalAssembly (NA) Tran Thanh Man held talks with his Laocounterpart, Sounthone Xayachak, in Vientiane on August 10.
The two officials briefed each other on thepolitical and socio-economic situation in each country.
Man, who has been accompanying President Nguyen Xuan Phuc and his wife on their official friendship visit to Laos, shared the Vietnamese NA's experience in coordinating with the Government in implementing the “dualtarget” of fighting COVID-19 and boosting economic development at the same time.
They discussed specific measures to realisecooperation contents between the two sides in the time to come.
The two officials also exchanged ideas on how to fostercoordination at regional and international inter-parliamentary forums of whichboth sides are members, as well as in international and regional issues ofshared concern such as those related to peace, security and stability. Theyalso discussed ways to promote the role of the two legislatures in building the ASEANCommunity.
Bothsides agreed to work closely together in organising activities to celebrate the60th founding anniversary of Vietnam-Laos diplomatic ties and 45 years ofthe signing of the Vietnam-Laos Treaty of Amity and Cooperation in 2022.
On the occasion, Man conveyed NA ChairmanVuong Dinh Hue’s best regards and invitation to visit Vietnam to Chairman ofthe Lao NA Saysomphone Phomvihane and other leaders of the Lao legislature.
Man also invited Sounthone to visitVietnam, and the invitation was accepted with pleasure./.
Vietnamese officials met in Vientiane on August 9 with their Lao counterparts to discuss ways to step up bilateral cooperation in industry, trade and justice as they were accompanying President Nguyen Xuan Phuc in his ongoing official visit to Laos.
The official friendly visit by Vietnamese President Nguyen Xuan Phuc made headlines in Laos on August 10, with highlights on the visit’s contributions to further fostering the great friendship, special solidarity and comprehensive cooperation between Vietnam and Laos.
Vietnamese President Nguyen Xuan Phuc on August 10 had meetings with Lao Vice Presidents Pany Yathotu and Bounthong Chithmany as part of his ongoing official friendship visit to the neighbouring country.
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NA Chairman Tran Thanh Man stressed the need to accelerate the application of artificial intelligence and smart teaching equipment, innovate teaching and assessment methods, and further improve the quality of formal education.
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Lao Minister of Foreign Affairs Thongsavanh Phomvihane affirmed that the presence of Vietnamese press offices in Laos vividly demonstrates the great friendship, special solidarity, and comprehensive cooperation between the two nations, as the press is not only a means of communication but also an important bridge for spreading consciousness about the history, values, and strategic depth of the Laos – Vietnam relationship to the people of both countries and the international community.
The country is willing to participate in collective efforts to promote cooperation and mobilise resources to advance the current priority issues of developing countries, such as trade, investment, infrastructure connectivity, making the most of scientific and technological advances for development, and people-to-people exchanges, Hang said.
During the negotiations, the US highly evaluated Vietnam’s goodwill and efforts, affirmed its appreciation for the bilateral relationship, acknowledged Vietnam’s proposals and concerns, and considered these an important basis for continuing discussions and moving towards a final agreement.
The Chairman stressed the need for stricter fiscal discipline, faster digital transformation, and more efficient management of State budget revenues and expenditures.
Vice Chairman of the Vietnamese National Assembly Tran Thanh Man (Photo: VNA) 
