Vientiane: Deputy Prime Minister Saleumxay Kommasith received Thai Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Energy Pirapan Salirathavibhaga and his delegation during their working visit to the Lao PDR. The meeting took place on May 15, 2025.

According to Lao News Agency, Mr. Saleumxay warmly welcomed Mr. Pirapan and his delegation on behalf of the Lao government. He expressed appreciation for their visit, highlighting its significance in strengthening the longstanding friendship and cooperation between Laos and Thailand. The visit was seen as an important step towards advancing the strategic partnership for sustainable growth and development between the two nations.

Mr. Saleumxay particularly focused on the growing cooperation in the energy sector, noting the continuous progress in this area. He emphasized the importance of this sector in the partnership between the two countries.

In response, Mr. Pirapan thanked the Lao Deputy Prime Minister for the warm hospitality. He outlined the objectives of his visit and ongoing cooperation efforts in the energy sector, reinforcing the commitment to furthering bilateral relations.