Accra:Lao Prime Minister Saleumxay Kommasith and Singaporean Prime Minister Lawrence Wong have engaged in discussions aimed at enhancing bilateral relations and boosting cooperation in areas such as trade, investment, clean energy, and human resource development. This conversation took place via telephone on October 16, 2026.

According to Lao News Agency, during the call, Wong congratulated Saleumxay on his recent election as the Prime Minister of the Lao PDR and extended an invitation for him to visit Singapore at an opportune time.

Saleumxay expressed gratitude for the congratulations and invitation, emphasizing Laos' dedication to collaborating closely with Singapore to further strengthen their bilateral relations and cooperation. He also assured Laos' full support for Singapore's ASEAN Chairmanship in 2027 and expressed appreciation for Singapore's support during Laos' ASEAN Chairmanship in 2024.

Both leaders acknowledged the consistent development of their countries' relationship over the past 52 years, highlighted by frequent high-level exchanges and increasing people-to-people connections. They agreed to explore additional avenues for cooperation in economic affairs, trade, investment, clean energy, human resource development, and carbon credits.

Diplomatic relations between Laos and Singapore were established on December 2, 1974. Singapore ranks as the ninth-largest foreign direct investor in Laos, with investments totaling approximately US$409 million.

Trade between the two nations reached around US$870 million from 2021 to 2025. Since 1992, over 17,202 Lao government officials have participated in short-term training programs through the Singapore Cooperation Programme and the Initiative for ASEAN Integration, contributing significantly to human resource development in Laos.

Currently, Scoot operates direct flights between Singapore and Laos three times a week, with plans to increase the frequency to five flights per week.