People-to-people Ties Strengthen Vietnam-Laos Relations
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The Vietnam delegation was led by Do Van Chien, Politburo member, Secretary of the Party Central Committee, Chairman of the Vietnam Fatherland Front Central Committee.

The delegation included Hoang Cong Thuy, Vice Chairman of the Vietnam Fatherland Front Central Committee; Phan Anh Son, President of the Viet Nam Union of Friendship Organizations; and Vice Presidents of the Vietnam - Laos Friendship Association, incuding Lieutenant General Le Van Han, Lieutenant General Nguyen Tien Long and Nguyen Xuan Thanh.

Lao General Secretary and President Thongloun Sisoulith received the delegation of the Vietnam Fatherland Front Central Committee and the Vietnam - Laos Friendship Association. (Photo: Dinh Hoa)

During the meeting, General Secretary and President of Laos, Thongloun Sisoulith, confirmed that the relationship between Vietnam and Laos is special, described as "comrades and brothers," a rarity in the world. This bond stems from shared ideals formed during the struggle against colonialism and has been fostered by successive generations of leaders, including President Ho Chi Minh, President Kaysone Phomvihane, and President Souphanouvong.

"The two nations share not just comradeship but also a brotherhood as close as that of blood relatives.This relationship is special and rare, far beyond the normal relationships between countries. We share the joys and sorrows, overcome difficulties together and always stand shoulder to shoulder in all circumstances," said the Lao leader.

The General Secretary and President of Laos expressed high regard for the contributions of the Fronts and Friendship Associations in strengthening and fostering the people-to-people relations between the two nations. He emphasized the necessity for both parties to further enhance current frameworks, engage in active information exchange, share insights, and provide mutual assistance for collective progress; intensify people-to-people exchange, particularly by educating the youth of both countries to fully comprehend and sustain the two countries' unique bond of solidarity.

Chairman of the Vietnam Fatherland Front Central Committee Do Van Chien reported to the Lao General Secretary and President on the results of recent cooperation between the Vietnam Fatherland Front, the Lao Front for National Construction and the two countries' Friendship Associations. He stated that the Vietnam Fatherland Front and its member organizations consistently view the preservation and enhancement of the profound friendship, special solidarity, and extensive cooperation with Laos as both a duty and a heartfelt commitment.

The Vietnam Fatherland Front and the Lao Front for National Construction have engaged in numerous effective cooperative activities, consistently exchanging delegations and sharing experiences in their operations. In particular, they constantly focus on educating the younger generation about the history of the two countries' relations to raise their awareness and responsibility in preserving and promoting the traditional relationship.

In addition, the Fronts have promoted cooperation between bordering localities. Exchange programs between villages on both sides of the border have been successfully implemented, creating favorable conditions for twinning relations, understanding, and mutual support.

Lao General Secretary and President Thongloun Sisoulith held discussions with Do Van Chien, Chairman of the Vietnam Fatherland Front Central Committee. (Photo credit: Dinh Hoa)

A highlight of the collaboration between the two nations is the program organized by the Vietnam - Laos Friendship Association to sponsor Lao students in Vietnam. This initiative provides them with moral support, opportunities to connect with Vietnamese families during holidays and Tet, and assistance when needed. For 2025, the Association aims to choose approximately 100 Lao students with outstanding academic records in Hanoi and Thai Nguyen for cultural exchanges with Vietnamese peers, visits to historical landmarks, and meetings with Party and State leaders to foster encouragement and deepen the bonds of friendship.

In addition, the Vietnam Fatherland Front is also working to have more publications in Lao to serve propaganda work, providing further knowledge for the people of the two countries, especially the younger generation, about the special relationship between the two countries.

At the conclusion of the meeting, General Secretary and President of Laos, Thongloun Sisoulith, expressed high regard for the Vietnam Fatherland Front and the friendship organizations' role in fortifying bilateral ties. He underscored that nurturing and educating the youth about the special relations between Vietnam and Laos is a shared duty, not just of the two Fronts, but of the entire political systems and peoples of both nations.

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