Deputy Prime Minister Meets Senior Chinese Legislator in Beijing

Beijing: Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Thongsavanh Phomvihane met with Li Hongzhong, Vice Chairman of the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress of China, during an official visit to Beijing on April 30, 2026. The meeting was part of activities marking the 65th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Laos and China and the Laos-China Friendship Year. According to Lao News Agency, Li welcomed the Lao delegation and expressed his satisfaction in jointly representing both parties and governments at the anniversary celebrations. He also highlighted the recent visit of Deputy Prime Minister Saleumxay Kommasith to China as a special envoy of President Thongloun Sisoulith, noting it demonstrated the success of the 12th Congress of the Lao People's Revolutionary Party. Thongsavanh expressed appreciation for the warm reception in Beijing and reaffirmed Laos' commitment to strengthening the longstanding friendship and Comprehensive Strategic Cooperative Partnership between th e two countries, guided by the 'Four Goods' principle. The discussions between the two parties focused on ways to deepen cooperation, including implementing high-level agreements, organizing activities to mark the 65th anniversary of diplomatic ties, and advancing the second master plan (2024-2028) on building a Laos-China community with a shared future. Both sides also emphasized the importance of continuing the legacy of past leaders in bolstering bilateral relations for mutual benefit. Thongsavanh briefed Li on his earlier meeting with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and expressed gratitude for China's continued support to Laos' development.