(KPL) A high-level delegation from the Communist Party of China is on an official working visit to Laos from December 23 to 26, 2025, aimed at strengthening bilateral party-to-party and state relations.

The delegation is led by Xie Chuntao, a member of the CPC Central Committee and Vice President of the Central Party School, also known as the National Academy of Governance. The visit focuses on advancing the Laos–China comprehensive strategic cooperative partnership, based on the “Four Goods” principle of good neighbors, good friends, good comrades, and good partners.

On December 24, Lao President and LPRP General Secretary Thongloun Sisoulith received the delegation at the Presidential Palace. During the meeting, President Thongloun praised the close cooperation between the two parties and countries and stressed the importance of implementing the master plan on building a Lao–China community with a shared future.

Discussions also covered expanding exchanges on party governance, state administration, personnel training, and strengthening people-to-people and cultural ties. President Thongloun thanked the delegation for briefing Lao leaders on the outcomes of the fourth plenary session of the 20th CPC Central Committee, noting that China’s development experience offers valuable lessons for Laos.

Xie Chuntao expressed appreciation for the warm reception and reaffirmed China’s commitment to translating agreements between the two leaders into practical cooperation across various sectors. He also conveyed best wishes for the success of the Lao People’s Revolutionary Party’s 12th National Congress, scheduled for early 2026.

During the visit, the delegation held working meetings with senior Lao officials and delivered presentations on CPC policy developments. The group is also scheduled to visit Luang Prabang Province to meet provincial leaders and brief local officials.

KPL