Foreign diplomats praise Laos for achievements over 47 years


President Thongloun Sisoulith chairs the meeting with diplomatic corps on the occasion of the country’s 47th National Day. - KPL

VIENTIANE (Vientiane Times/Asia News Network): The heads of diplomatic missions in Laos have expressed confidence that Laos’ economy will continue to grow despite the many difficulties and challenges that lie ahead.

This was the main message delivered by foreign diplomats to the country’s top leaders and senior government officials during a ceremony held in Vientiane on Monday to mark the 47th anniversary of the establishment of the Lao PDR.

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