Hanoi: Vice Chairman of the National Assembly (NA) Nguyen Khac Dinh received a delegation of the Lao National Assembly led by Chairman of its Foreign Affairs Committee Sanya Praseuth in Hanoi. At the meeting, Dinh extended his best wishes to the Lao delegation on the occasion of their traditional new year Bunpimay, and conveyed his regards to Lao NA President Saysomphone Phomvihane, Vice President Chaleun Yiapaoher, and other Lao legislators.

According to Lao News Agency, Dinh congratulated the Lao Party, State, and people on their achievements in socio-economic development and political system reorganization. He expressed confidence that the two Parties, States, and peoples will continue to maintain close ties, sharing experiences and providing mutual support as they embark on new developmental paths.

Dinh also lauded the collaborative efforts in compiling and publishing a book marking 50 years of relations between the two National Assemblies. He highlighted the significance of this publication, which coincides with the 50th anniversary of the two legislatures’ relations and the 80th anniversary of Vietnam’s first general election. The NA Vice Chairman encouraged both sides to work diligently to finalize the draft, underscoring the book’s value in educating younger generations about the strong ties between the two legislative bodies.

Sanya Praseuth affirmed the importance the Lao NA places on the book’s compilation and publication, recognizing it as a crucial document for promoting the close-knit Vietnam-Laos relationship to the public. He expressed optimism that both sides will continue their collaboration to complete the remaining stages of the book’s development, ensuring progress and quality.

The Lao official also voiced his hope for continued cooperation to implement the cooperation agreements and measures set by their high-ranking leaders, aiming for a thriving bilateral relationship in the future.