Lao National Assembly President to Visit Vietnam to Strengthen Bilateral Ties
Lao National Assembly President Sonexay Siphandone will make an official visit to Vietnam from November 2-5, aiming to further strengthen the "great friendship, special solidarity, comprehensive cooperation, and strategic partnership" between the two nations and enhance cooperation between their legislative bodies.
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