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President of the Lao PDR Thongloun Sisoulith met with Samdech Techo Hun Sen, President of the Cambodian People's Party (CPP) and President of the Senate of Cambodia, in Phnom Penh on November 14 to discuss strengthening bilateral relations and cooperation between the two countries.
The meeting took place on the sidelines of the 20th Francophonie Summit, which brought President Thongloun and a high-level Lao delegation to the Cambodian capital.
Samdech Techo Hun Sen warmly welcomed President Thongloun and the Lao delegation, while President Thongloun thanked Cambodia for its hospitality and congratulated the country on successfully hosting the international summit. He also acknowledged Cambodia's development achievements under the leadership of the Cambodian People's Party.
Both leaders expressed satisfaction with the longstanding friendship and Comprehensive and Long-Lasting Strategic Partnership between Laos and Cambodia, highlighting the importance of regular high-level exchanges and practical cooperation between the two countries.
They also noted the significance of 2026, which marks the 70th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Laos and Cambodia, established on June 15, 1956. Both sides welcomed commemorative activities held throughout the year to mark the milestone.
The leaders also discussed progress in implementing agreements reached at the 16th Summit between the Lao People's Revolutionary Party (LPRP) and the Cambodian People's Party, expressing satisfaction with the cooperation achieved by their respective governments.
They agreed to maintain close coordination and further strengthen ties between the two Parties and States, expand trade and connectivity, and promote cooperation that delivers tangible benefits to the peoples of both countries.
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