Marking the Lao People’s Democratic Republic’s Bun Pi May festivities, Vietnamese ambassadors in Belgium and Cuba reached out to their Laotian counterparts to share greetings and celebrate the special occasion.
The Vietnamese Ambassador to Belgium, Nguyen Van Thao, visited the Laotian embassy in Brussels on April 9th. He expressed his admiration for Laos’ achievements and highlighted the warmth of the Vietnam-Laos relationship.
Recognizing the significance of Laos’ role as Chair of ASEAN and AIPA in 2024, Ambassador Thao emphasized that this leadership will elevate Laos’ standing regionally and internationally, further contributing to a robust ASEAN Community.
In response, Laotian Ambassador Phokeo Phommahaxay expressed gratitude for the kind wishes and echoed the sentiment of enduring friendship, solidarity, and comprehensive cooperation between the two nations.
The celebratory event featured traditional dishes and artistic performances from both Vietnam and Laos, fostering a delightful cultural exchange.
Similarly, in Cuba, Vietnamese Ambassador Le Quang Long led a delegation from the Vietnamese embassy to the Laotian embassy in Havana on the same day.
Ambassador Long conveyed his satisfaction with the growth of the Vietnam-Laos partnership and expressed his confidence in Laos’ successful leadership as ASEAN Chair this year. He emphasized the importance of maintaining the tradition of solidarity and collaboration within the ASEAN Committee in Havana (ACHC).
Laotian Ambassador Vanhtha Sengmeaung acknowledged Vietnam’s unwavering support in Laos’ achievements and expressed his desire for continued mutual assistance between the two embassies, both professionally and personally.
