PM Encourages Lao People to Participate in Hosting ASEAN Summits in 2024

06/09/2024 11:17
Email Print 2461
KPL Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone has urged the Lao people to actively support the country’s role as host of the 44th and 45th ASEAN Summits, related events and ASEAN Chair in 2024.

(KPL) Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone has urged the Lao people to actively support the country’s role as host of the 44th and 45th ASEAN Summits, related events and ASEAN Chair in 2024.
The Prime Minister made these remarks in a public address on Thursday, Sep 5, inviting all ethnic groups in Laos to contribute to the success of this significant event.
Prime Minister Sonexay emphasized that 2024 is a crucial year for Laos, marking both the Visit Laos Year and the nation's ASEAN Chairmanship. Since Laos became a member of ASEAN on July 23, 1997, the country has played an active role in the bloc's activities, previously serving as Chair in 2004-2005 and 2016. This third term, from January 1 to December 31, 2024, will further elevate Laos' standing within the regional and international arenas.
The Prime Minister highlighted the importance of ASEAN membership and chairmanship in raising Laos' profile and showcasing the country’s rich cultural heritage. 
It also serves as a platform to attract international support, collaboration, trade, investment, tourism, and human resource development from ASEAN and external partners.
Operating under the theme "ASEAN: Enhancing Connectivity and Resilience," Laos' 2024 ASEAN Chairmanship aligns with the country's strategic goal of transforming from a landlocked nation into a regional connectivity hub. The theme also reflects ASEAN's broader mission of strengthening integration and addressing emerging challenges effectively.
Laos' ASEAN Chairmanship has already seen significant progress in the past eight months, with various ministries and sectors hosting and presiding over ASEAN meetings. These include the successful 57th ASEAN Foreign Ministers' Meeting and related events held in Vientiane from July 24-27, 2024.
Prime Minister Sonexay urged the Lao people to take pride in their country’s achievements and to continue supporting the ASEAN Chairmanship, as it will contribute to the nation’s long-term development and its growing role on the global stage.
KPL

ຂ່າວອື່ນໆ

    • Houaphan Delegate Voices Confidence at 12th National Party CongressPolitics

      Houaphan Delegate Voices Confidence at 12th National Party Congress

      1/6/2026 3:26:26 PM

      On January 6, 2026, in Vientiane, Mr. Hongthong Chanthachit, a member of the Standing Committee of the Houaphan Provincial Party Committee and Secretary of the Sam Neua District Party Committee, has expressed pride and honor in representing Houaphan Province as an official delegate to the 12th National Congress of the Lao People’s Revolutionary Party.

    • Party Secretary General Hails Enduring Legacy of ReformsPolitics

      Party Secretary General Hails Enduring Legacy of Reforms

      1/6/2026 2:21:12 PM

      In a speech at the 12th National Congress of the Lao People’s Revolutionary Party, Secretary General Thongloun Sisoulith highlighted the Party’s transformative role.

    • Laos Sets Vision Toward 2045 at 12th National Party CongressPolitics

      Laos Sets Vision Toward 2045 at 12th National Party Congress

      1/6/2026 1:10:47 PM

      On the occasion of the 12th National Congress of the Lao People’s Revolutionary Party, held on January 6, 2026, Mr. Khammon Chanthachit, Vice President of the Central Theoretical Council of the Party, granted an interview to the Lao News Agency highlighting the historic significance of the Congress and its long-term strategic vision.

    • Champasak Targets ‘Southern Hub’ Status as Poverty Gaps Close and Exports Expand GloballyPolitics

      Champasak Targets ‘Southern Hub’ Status as Poverty Gaps Close and Exports Expand Globally

      1/6/2026 1:01:35 PM

      On the sidelines of the 12th National Congress of the Lao People’s Revolutionary Party, the Secretary of the Champasak Provincial Party Committee, Mr. Alounxay Sounnalath, delivered a comprehensive progress report highlighting the province’s rapid economic and social transformation and its ambition to become the development hub of southern Laos.

    • 12th National Party Congress opensPolitics

      12th National Party Congress opens

      1/6/2026 9:26:27 AM

      The 12th National Congress of the Lao People’s Revolutionary Party opened this morning in Vientiane to track achievements made in implementing the resolution of the 11th Party Congress under the leadership of the Party Central Committee over the past five years (2021-2025). Scheduled for Jan 6-8, the meeting allows the participants to evaluate a draft political report and a draft report on the implementation of the 9th socio-economic development plan over the past five years.

ຂ່າວ KPL Laos News

Top