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At the talks, both sides exchanged information on the socio-economic developments of their respective countries, shared perspectives on international and regional developments, and discussed the activities and cooperation between the two committees.

The Vietnam Peace Committee and Lao Committee for Peace and Solidarity held talks. (Photo: Dinh Hoa)

In his remarks, Chairman of the Vietnam Peace Committee Uong Chu Luu expressed gratitude to the Lao Committee for Peace and Solidarity and Chairman Sommad Pholsena for their heartfelt condolences to the Vietnam Peace Committee, following the passing of General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong. This reflects the deep and enduring bond between the two committees, as well as between the two Parties, States, and the peoples of Vietnam and Laos.

The Chairman of the Vietnam Peace Committee congratulated the leadership of the Lao Party, State, and people for maintaining political stability, social order, and economic growth despite numerous challenges. Amid unpredictable regional and global developments, Laos has effectively fulfilled its role as Chair of ASEAN 2024, thereby enhancing its standing on the international stage.

He affirmed that the Vietnam Peace Committee highly values its cooperative activities with the Lao Committee for Peace and Solidarity. The two committees have made significant contributions to Vietnam-Laos relations by establishing a mechanism for annual delegation exchanges, regularly sharing information, and closely coordinating activities that promote friendly exchanges and cooperation between the peoples of both countries.

In 2022, the Vietnam Peace Committee's working visit to Vientiane, Laos marked a successful chapter in the exchange of delegations between the two committees. The seminar on people-to-people diplomacy conducted during the visit was a major milestone in their cooperation, contributing to a deeper understanding of people-to-people diplomacy between the two countries.

Chairman of the Vietnam Peace Committee Uong Chu Luu. (Photo: Dinh Hoa)

Luu proposed that in the coming time, the two committees continue to deepen their understanding of the Vietnam-Laos relationship, viewing it as a valuable asset that must be nurtured. He emphasized the importance of consistently implementing the policies and guidelines set forth by the two Parties and States further to strengthen the traditional friendship between Vietnam and Laos.

Both sides agreed to actively promote and innovate their cooperative activities in a more diverse, practical, and effective manner by organizing direct and online seminars, workshops, and exchange programs for officials and students to discuss issues of peace, solidarity, and cooperation.

They also committed to strengthening coordination and mutual support in people-to-people diplomacy at multilateral forums. A regular information exchange mechanism on issues related to both countries, the region, and the world will be maintained to ensure timely support for each other's work.

Additionally, the committees will enhance training support to improve the professional skills of personnel involved in people-to-people diplomacy. They will also continue coordinating the organization of traditional education programs for the public, especially the younger generation, to promote the protection of peace. Experts and speakers from Vietnam and Laos will be invited to promote education on peace and a culture of peace. Moreover, the two committees will cooperate more closely at multilateral forums.

Vice Chairman of the Lao National Assembly and Chairman of the Lao Committee for Peace and Solidarity Sommad Pholsena. (Photo: Dinh Hoa)

Sharing Luu's proposals, Chairman of the Lao Committee for Peace and Solidarity Sommad Pholsena affirmed that the Lao Committee for Peace and Solidarity would closely coordinate with the Vietnam Peace Committee to organize activities that promote peace, solidarity, and cooperation.

These efforts will continue to strengthen the traditional friendship, special solidarity, and comprehensive cooperation between the two Parties, States, and peoples. On this occasion, he extended a cordial invitation to Uong Chu Luu to visit Laos in 2025, marking a new step in strengthening bilateral relations.

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