Thai PM Srettha to visit Laos to strengthen ties and boost cooperation


VIENTIANE/BANGKOK (Bernama): Thailand Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin will make his maiden official visit to Laos on Oct 30 to further strengthen bilateral ties and bolster cooperation.

"The official visit aims to further strengthen the bilateral relations and close cooperation as well as emphasise the Strategic Partnership for Growth and Sustainable Development between Thailand and Laos,” Government Spokesperson Chai Wacharonke said in a statement.

Srettha will have a bilateral meeting with Lao Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone during the visit, Chai said.

"The prime ministers will preside over the opening ceremony of the Vientiane Train Station (Khamsavath). The train station is a cooperation project between the two governments through the Neighbouring Countries Economic Development Cooperation Agency (NEDA),” he said.

Srettha will also pay a courtesy call on Lao President and general secretary of the Lao People's Revolutionary Party, Dr Thongloun Sisoulith and President of the National Assembly of Laos, Xaysompone Phomvihan. - Bernama

Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!
   

Next In Aseanplus News

Closely-watched international climate case in the Hague wraps up its first week of testimony
Nvidia signs multi-million deal to establish AI centre in Vietnam
World food prices reach 19-month high in November, UN says
Hong Kong police arrest passenger for allegedly stealing HK$11,000 on flight from Vietnam
Prabowo supports Gus Miftah's resignation following statement on controversial viral video
Economy on right path - Vietnam Nov exports rise 8.2% y/y, industrial production up 8.9% y/y
Philippines holds drills with allies after South China Sea confrontation
Five dead, seven missing in Indonesia floods and landslides
Moroccan man flees Thailand after allegedly strangling boyfriend to death
Pope looks to his legacy in creating 21 new cardinals; Indonesian may be among selected officials

Others Also Read