Laos Appoints Saleumxay Kommasith as New Prime Minister, Sonexay Siphandone to Lead National Assembly

Laos has undergone a significant leadership reshuffle, appointing former Deputy Prime Minister Saleumxay Kommasith as Prime Minister and moving outgoing Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone to the presidency of the National Assembly. This move follows the recent death of the National Assembly President.