Hanoi:Vilay Lakhamfong, a senior official from Laos, held discussions with Vietnamese General Secretary and President during an official visit to Vietnam from October 14-16, 2026.

According to Lao News Agency, Vilay brought greetings from Thongloun Sisoulith, the Lao PDR General Secretary and President, and expressed gratitude to To Lam and other Vietnamese leaders for their hospitality. He emphasized the significance of enhancing the relationship between Laos and Vietnam, highlighting the enduring friendship and strategic partnership as a priority.

Vilay also updated To Lam about his meeting with Tran Cam Tu, a key member of the CPV Central Committee Secretariat. They assessed the progress of high-level agreements, shared insights on implementing Party congress resolutions, and explored ways to boost strategic cooperation initiatives.

To Lam appreciated the visit, noting the positive outcomes of the meeting between the Parties' permanent secretariat members would aid in reinforcing bilateral ties and preparing for the Laos-Vietnam Solidarity and Friendship Year. He lauded Laos' development strides and expressed confidence in the LPRP's ability to implement its 12th National Congress resolutions successfully.

Furthermore, To Lam urged close coordination between both countries' agencies to execute Party and State policies effectively, adhere to senior leaders' agreements, and advance joint projects. He pointed out the need to prepare for the 65th anniversary of diplomatic relations and the 50th anniversary of the Treaty of Amity and Cooperation in 2027, stressing the importance of organizing upcoming high-level meetings and implementing bilateral agreements.

During the visit, Vilay and his delegation met with other senior Vietnamese leaders, including Prime Minister Le Minh Hung, National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man, Minister of Public Security General Luong Tam Quang, and Hanoi Municipal Party Committee Secretary Tran Duc Thang. They also paid respects at the Monument to War Heroes and Martyrs and visited the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum.

On the final day, October 16, the delegation visited Bac Ninh Province to study local governance, poverty reduction, and rural development models before returning to Laos.