“Vietnam-Laos special tie gets increasingly stronger”

At the meeting, the leaders of the two provinces informed each other of the achievements recently obtained by each locality, particularly in the areas which the two provinces have been joining hands to develop.

The province of Salavan has been very truly supportive to and always facilitates the search for and storage of the remains of Vietnamese martyrs, experts and volunteer soldiers in Laos; and creates favorable conditions for Thua Thien Hue people who are living or doing business in Salavan.

Salavan province sharing difficulties with the people of Thua Thien Hue. Photo: Anh Phong

"The meeting today is a further demonstration of the special relationship between Vietnam and Laos in general and the two provinces of Salavan and Thua Thien Hue in particular. Hopefully, this bond will continue to be promoted and sustained forever,” stated Standing Deputy Secretary of the Provincial Party Committee.

On behalf of the Party, government, and people of Laos, Deputy Secretary, Deputy Governor of Salavan province Buathong Khounyotpanya presented a donation of USD 12,000 to Thua Thien Hue province in relief of the consequences of the recent devastating Typhoon No.12. "This is only a small gift, but serves as a token of the comradeship and brotherhood of our two provinces," said Deputy Secretary and Deputy Governor of Salavan province.

Story and photo: Anh Phong