Lao, Japanese PMs hold telephone talks to cement ties


Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone holds a telephone conversation with Japanese PM Fumio Kishida. – Photo Prime Minister’s Office

VIENTIANE: Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone on Thursday (Aug 8) held a telephone conversation with his Japanese counterpart Fumio Kishida to enhance the friendly relations and good cooperation between Laos and Japan, under their strategic partnership.

The heads of government expressed their pleasure at the opportunity to exchange views on strengthening cooperation between the two countries, the Lao Prime Minister’s Office said in a press release.

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