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The 8th Congress of the Vientiane Capital Party Committee officially opened today at the National Convention Center, setting a strategic course for the capital’s political, economic, and social development through 2030.
The high-level gathering brought together senior Party leaders, government officials, revolutionary veterans, business representatives, and 373 full Party members.
The congress was chaired by Comrade Anouphab Tounalom, Member of the Party Central Committee Secretariat, Secretary of the Vientiane Capital Party Committee, and Chairman of the Vientiane Capital People’s Council. Attending as a special guest was Comrade Thongloun Sisoulith, General Secretary of the Lao People's Revolutionary Party Central Committee and President of the Lao PDR, along with members of the Standing Party Committee and other distinguished guests.
In his opening address, Comrade Anouphab underlined the congress’s significance in shaping the future of the capital. He highlighted the unity of the Party, the army, and the people of Vientiane in advancing national development goals and in celebrating progress achieved under the resolutions of the 11th National Party Congress and the 7th Vientiane Capital Party Congress.
“This congress represents a historic milestone in the leadership of the Vientiane Capital Party Committee,” he said. “Our people across all ethnic groups are filled with pride and confidence in the Party’s ability to lead us toward continued progress and prosperity.”
Over the past five years, guided by the 7th Congress resolutions, Vientiane Capital has achieved progress in maintaining political stability, public security, and social order, while also recording steady gains in economic growth, cultural development, and the livelihoods of its citizens.
The 8th Congress will review achievements and shortcomings from the previous term, assess the implementation of Party policies, and draw lessons to inform future development. Its core objective is to outline a strategic roadmap through 2030, covering governance, economic modernization, infrastructure, social welfare, and environmental sustainability.
Delegates will also elect the 8th Vientiane Capital Party Administrative Committee to guide the city’s next stage of development and choose representatives to attend the upcoming 12th National Congress of the Lao People’s Revolutionary Party.
The event underscores the Party’s commitment to strengthening unity, promoting inclusive growth, and advancing the interests of all citizens as Vientiane continues to play a central role in national development and regional integration.
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