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Vietnamese, Lao defence ministries beef up ties

Minister of National Defence Gen. Phan Van Giang met with his Lao counterpart Sen. Lieut. Gen Khamliang Outhakaysone in Vientiane on April 25, as part of State President Luong Cuong’s visit to Laos.

State President leaves for state visit to Laos

This is the first state visit to Laos by President Luong Cuong, demonstrating Vietnam's high regard and priority to Laos and the determination of the leaders of the two Parties and countries in promoting the great friendship.

President Luong Cuong to visit Laos in first official trip abroad of 2025

At the invitation of Lao President Thongloun Sisoulith, President Luong Cuong will make his first overseas visit as Head of State from April 24–25.

Lao troops arrive in Vietnam for April 30 parade rehearsal

A military delegation from Laos has arrived in Vietnam to take part in joint rehearsals for the national parade commemorating the 50th anniversary of the country's reunification on April 30.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh honors late Lao President Khamtay Siphandone

Vietnam’s Prime Minister paid tribute to a historic Lao leader, reaffirming the deep bonds of friendship and solidarity between the two nations.

Vietnamese PM to attend memorial for former Lao President Khamtay Siphandone

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh will lead a high-level delegation to Vientiane to pay tribute to the late Lao leader, a longtime friend of Vietnam.

Party Chief To Lam leads delegation to honor late Lao leader Khamtay Siphandone

General Secretary To Lam leads a high-level delegation to Laos as Vietnam honors the life and legacy of General Khamtay Siphandone.

Vietnam invites China, Laos, and Cambodia to join April 30 reunification parade

The Ministry of National Defense is extending official invitations to neighboring nations for a landmark military parade marking 50 years of national unity.

Vietnam-Laos relations at strongest point, leaders pledge deeper cooperation

General Secretary To Lam, President Luong Cuong, and Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh met with Lao Foreign Minister Thongsavanh Phomvihane to discuss strategic partnerships, investment, and long-term bilateral cooperation.

Vietnam and Laos launch seamless cross-border QR code payment system

A new QR code payment system now allows seamless cross-border payments between Vietnam and Laos, marking a milestone in financial integration.

Vietnam and Laos launch 3-hectare Friendship Park in Vientiane

Prime Ministers Pham Minh Chinh and Sonexay Siphandone led the groundbreaking ceremony for the Laos-Vietnam Friendship Park, symbolizing decades of close ties between the two nations.

Vietnam and Laos set sights on $5 billion bilateral trade target

Prime Ministers Pham Minh Chinh and Sonexay Siphandone co-chaired a landmark meeting in Vientiane, strengthening ties across trade, investment, and education.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh embarks on 2025 diplomatic visit to Laos

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh departed Hanoi on January 9 to visit Laos, co-chairing the 47th Vietnam-Laos Intergovernmental Committee meeting to bolster bilateral ties.