(VOVWORLD) - The top leaders of Vietnam and Laos have reaffirmed their commitment to further strengthening and deepening the great friendship, special solidarity, comprehensive cooperation, and strategic connectivity between the two countries through existing practical and effective cooperation mechanisms.
 Vietnamese and Lao leaders at the meeting between the Communist Party of Vietnam and the Lao People’s Revolutionary Party, Vientiane, December 2, 2025. (Photo: VNA) |
While co-chairing a high-level meeting between the Communist Party of Vietnam and the Lao People’s Revolutionary Party in Vientiane on Tuesday, Party General Secretary To Lam and Lao Party General Secretary and President Thongloun Sisoulith also agreed to establish and implement new mechanisms endorsed by senior leaders of both countries.
Both sides emphasized their resolve to deepen the relationship between the two Parties and States; reaffirmed their consistent policy of mutual support in national construction and defense; and reiterated that bilateral relations are always a top priority in each country’s foreign policy.
They agreed to coordinate closely on strategic issues related to security and development, and to work together to ensure the successful organization of the upcoming National Congresses of each Party. They stressed the strategic importance of strengthening cooperation in defense, security, and external relations to maintain political stability, security, and social order.
 Vietnamese and Lao leaders discuss ways to strengthen ties. (Photo: VNA) |
At the meeting, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and his Lao counterpart Sonexay Siphandone agreed to promote cooperation in trade and investment; enhance connectivity and complementarity between the two economies; and actively resolve obstacles encountered during implementation.
Both sides agreed to soon raise bilateral trade to 5 billion USD and work toward 10 billion USD in the near future; prioritize resources for key infrastructure projects such as the Hanoi-Vientiane expressway; and accelerate the development of the Vietnam-Laos Industrial Park model.
Vietnam and Laos will promote cross-border economic cooperation along the East-West Economic Corridor; and improve the investment, business, and infrastructure environment to support sustainable development and economic complementarity.
The two sides will also expand cooperation among Party, State, and Fatherland Front agencies and mass organizations; strengthen coordination and mutual support in socio-economic development; and ensure security and stability along the border areas, thereby contributing to their special relationship.