President of National Assembly Passes Away, Laos Declares National Mourning
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President of National Assembly Passes Away, Laos Declares National Mourning

Xaysomphone Phomvihane, a core leader of the Lao People's Revolutionary Party and President of the National Assembly, has passed away. The Party Central Committee has declared a five-day national mourning period, urging unity and adherence to Party policies. This leadership transition, occurring amidst strengthening ties with Vietnam, may impact Laos' political stability.

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