The two Vice Chairmen briefed each other on current affairs and shared key achievements of their respective national assemblies in recent times. They expressed delight at the continued strong development and effective cooperation between the two legislatures, not only through bilateral frameworks but also in multilateral parliamentary forums both regionally and globally.

They reaffirmed their commitment to bolstering consultation and close coordination in multilateral parliamentary platforms such as the ASEAN Inter-Parliamentary Assembly (AIPA) and the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU).

Both sides also discussed parliamentary operations, with a particular focus on the oversight of the implementation of high-level agreements, including strategic projects on socio-economic development and infrastructure connectivity between the two countries.

They emphasised the importance of such collaboration in maintaining border security and stability, while also promoting stronger ties between localities of Vietnam and Laos.

Receiving the Lao guest later the same day, Chairman of the National Assembly of Vietnam Tran Thanh Man spoke highly of the results of the talks, which he said would facilitate cooperation between the two legislatures.

He expressed his delight at the continuously growing special solidarity and comprehensive cooperation between Vietnam and Laos, highlighting the close and effective collaboration between the two countries’ legislative bodies.

He proposed that the two parliaments continue to coordinate closely and jointly oversee the implementation of high-level agreements. He called for enhanced delegation exchanges, as well as sharing of information and experience in streamlining legislative institutions, legislative activities, and organising joint oversight missions. He also underscored the need to push governments, ministries, local authorities, and businesses to effectively implement the Vietnam–Laos Joint Statement.

Both sides agreed to deepen cooperation between parliamentary committees, and share expertise in legislation, oversight, and decision-making on key national issues. They also stressed the importance of cooperation between localities, particularly those that share a common border.

Luongbunmi for his part congratulated Vietnam on its recent achievements, and believed that under the leadership of the Communist Party of Vietnam, the Vietnamese people would continue to reap greater successes in the renewal process and in realising the goals set by the 13th National Party Congress.

He voiced joy over the development of the special Laos–Vietnam relationship and expressed deep gratitude for the significant and effective support provided by the Vietnamese Party, State, and people to Laos over the years.

Vietnam gives top priority to developing close ties with Laos

VOV.VN - Vietnam highly values and gives top priority to strengthening the special friendship and comprehensive cooperation with Laos, President Luong Cuong told Lao Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone in Hanoi on April 17.