A senior Lao leader has urged the international community to find peaceful and lasting solutions to conflicts and disputes by upholding the principles enshrined in the UN Charter to promote multilateralism and the shared interests of all countries.
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Saleumxay Kommasith, made the call when delivering a national statement on behalf of Laos at the 77th session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York recently.
“These approaches, when adopted will provide not only transformative but also practical, effective and sustainable solutions, tailored to the most pressing needs, aimed at resolving ongoing armed conflicts and addressing environmental, economic and energy crises,” he said.
The Deputy PM highlighted the ongoing multifaceted challenges the global community is facing.
Multilateralism, which remains at the heart of global efforts to maintain international peace, security and development cooperation, has been undermined and challenged, he said.
Saleumxay observed that over the years, Asean has enjoyed long-lasting peace, security and stability, which has created conditions conducive for the socio-economic development of all member states.
He emphasised the importance of maintaining Asean’s centrality, unity, inclusivity and mutual respect, which has created a solid foundation for moving forward under all essential regional cooperation frameworks.
The Deputy PM reiterated Laos’ commitment to the fulfilment of international cooperation frameworks. — Vientiane Times/ANN
