Vietnam, Lao embassies in Singapore mark relations anniversary

The embassies of Vietnam and Laos in Singapore joined hands to organise an evening get-together on July 1st to celebrate the 55th anniversary of Vietnam-Laos diplomatic relations (September 5th, 1962-2017) and 40 years of the signing of the Vietnam-Laos Friendship and Cooperation Treaty (July 18th, 1977-2017).
July 03, 2017 | 08:36

The embassies of Vietnam and Laos in Singapore joined hands to organise an evening get-together on July 1st to celebrate the 55th anniversary of Vietnam-Laos diplomatic relations (September 5th, 1962-2017) and 40 years of the signing of the Vietnam-Laos Friendship and Cooperation Treaty (July 18th, 1977-2017).

Vietnam, Lao embassies in Singapore mark relations anniversary

Vietnamese Ambassador to Singapore Nguyen Tien Minh shakes hands with Lao Ambassador to Singapore Khonepheng Thammavong.

Speaking at the event, Vietnamese Ambassador to Singapore Nguyen Tien Minh reviewed the path that Vietnam and Laos have taken through together.

He stressed that the traditional friendship, special solidarity and comprehensive cooperation between Vietnam and Laos have been thriving in all fields, contributing to the development of both nations as well as to promoting peace, security and cooperation in the region.

Minh said the upcoming anniversaries are occasions for Vietnamese and Lao people, particularly younger generations, to understand and foster the bilateral ties.

Vietnam, Lao embassies in Singapore mark relations anniversary

Young personnel at the two embassies took part in a friendly football match.

Lao Ambassador to Singapore Khonepheng Thammavong said he hopes the exchange will encourage young staff of the two embassies to try their best in boosting cooperation between their countries toward effective outcomes.

During the evening, Vietnamese and Lao signature music were performed on stage.

Earlier the same day, young personnel at the two embassies took part in a friendly football match./.

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