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The Embassy of Vietnam in Laos, in collaboration with the Vietnamese Cultural Center in Laos and Stratocom (Unitech) Company, held a special screening of the film Red Rain (Mưa Đỏ) in Vientiane Capital on July 16 to commemorate the 49th anniversary of the Laos-Vietnam Treaty of Friendship and Cooperation (July 18, 1977–July 18, 2026).
The event was attended by Mrs. Sounthone Xayachak, Secretary of the Party Central Committee and Vice President of the National Assembly, alongside former Party and State leaders, representatives of Lao ministries and agencies, and members of the Lao and Vietnamese media.
Addressing the ceremony, Mr. Nguyen Minh Tam, Ambassador of Vietnam to Laos, described the 1977 Treaty as the enduring political and legal foundation underpinning the special solidarity, comprehensive cooperation, and strategic partnership between the two countries. He said the agreement has guided bilateral cooperation in politics, defense, security, diplomacy, the economy, culture, education, science and technology, while continuing to serve as a strategic framework for cooperation amid global integration.
The ambassador noted that nearly five decades after its signing, the treaty remains a valuable asset that future generations must preserve and further strengthen.
The film Red Rain recounts the fierce 81-day defense of the Quảng Trị Citadel during the Vietnam War in 1972, portraying the sacrifice, resilience, and patriotism of young soldiers who left their studies to defend their country. Beyond depicting one of the war's bloodiest battles, the film highlights the human cost of conflict and underscores the enduring value of peace.
Organizers said the screening aimed to commemorate the historic treaty while promoting cultural exchange and strengthening people-to-people ties between Laos and Vietnam. They also described the event as part of broader efforts to deepen cultural cooperation and preserve the shared historical legacy of the two neighboring countries.
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