The ceremony was organised to mark the 81st founding anniversary of the Vietnam People’s Army (December 22, 1944–2025) and the 36th anniversary of the All-People National Defence Day (December 22, 1989–2025). The delegation, led by Ambassador Nguyen Minh Tam, included representatives of Vietnamese agencies in Laos.

The activity aimed to recall the glorious history and heroic traditions of the Vietnam People’s Army, pay tribute to previous generations for their immense sacrifices and contributions to national independence and freedom, and reaffirm the sense of responsibility and determination in the cause of national construction and defence. It also reflected the commitment to further nurturing and deepening the great friendship, special solidarity, comprehensive cooperation, and strategic cohesion between the two countries.

Located about 70 km from Vientiane capital, the relic site serves as a memorial to 28 Vietnamese and Lao martyrs who perished in a joint assault on the French colonial stronghold of Phone He in January 1946. This victory marked a significant moment in the Laos – Vietnam alliance’s fight for liberation in both countries.

Incense- offering ceremony commemorates fallen combatants in Laos

VOV.VN - An incense-offering ceremony commemorating fallen Vietnamese and Lao combatants was held at the Laos-Vietnam Combat Alliance Relic Site in Keun village, Thoulakhom district, Vientiane province, on July 27 to mark the 77th anniversary of War Invalids and Martyrs’ Day.