VIENTIANE (Xinhua): The Lao National Assembly's 10th legislature opened its inaugural session on Monday, convening top leaders and representatives from across the country to set the agenda for key national priorities.
Speaking at the opening ceremony, President of the Lao National Assembly (NA) Xaysomphone Phomvihane highlighted the session's focus on electing key state leaders and addressing major national priorities.
Xaysomphone outlined the 10th legislature's priorities during its inaugural session, highlighting five years of progress and an ambitious agenda for 2026-2030.
Reviewing the previous term, he noted that the country has maintained firm political stability, safeguarded national sovereignty, and achieved consistent economic growth.
Key milestones included the streamlined restructuring of state apparatus and a significant 2025 constitutional amendment, which enhanced the effectiveness of governance and the rule of law.
During the session, Thongloun Sisoulith, general secretary of the Lao People's Revolutionary Party (LPRP) Central Committee, was elected President of Laos. Sonexay Siphandone, a politburo member of the LPRP's Central Committee, was elected Prime Minister.
Also, on Monday, Chinese President Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, extended congratulations to Thongloun on his re-election as the President of Laos.
The session also elected the Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, and Vice Presidents of the National Assembly.
Scheduled for March 23 to 27, the session allows lawmakers to review and approve major national agendas, including legislative plans, development strategies, and institutional frameworks for the new term. The session is expected to adopt 19 resolutions, setting the stage for continued stability and sustainable development in Laos. -- Xinhua
