Vientiane:Vietnamese Minister of Public Security General Luong Tam Quang and Lao counterpart Senior Lieutenant General Vanthong Kongmany met to discuss enhancing bilateral cooperation to combat transnational crime.
According to Lao News Agency, the meeting took place in Vientiane on October 9 as part of Prime Minister Le Minh Hung’s official visit to Laos. The discussions emphasized the ongoing strength of Vietnam-Laos relations, particularly in defense and security, which remain a central aspect of their partnership.
The ministers noted progress in several areas, including the economy, infrastructure, trade, and technology, as well as joint efforts within ASEAN and other international frameworks. They confirmed plans for future collaboration, including high-level meetings to mark significant anniversaries in 2027.
In recent years, cooperation between the two countries’ security ministries has led to successful information exchanges and joint operations against crimes, particularly those related to drugs. The ministers agreed to continue these efforts by implementing existing agreements and sharing information on cross-border criminal activities.
They also committed to forming joint task forces to investigate criminal networks, focusing on drug trafficking, human trafficking, and high-tech crime. On October 8, Vietnam officially handed over a population management and citizen identification system to Laos, witnessed by both countries’ prime ministers.
