Accra:Yunnan A delegation from the Yunnan People's Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries visited Laos from October 15-17 to promote cooperation and people-to-people exchanges between the two nations, focusing on areas such as education, healthcare, culture, tourism, and border community relations.

According to Lao News Agency, the delegation, led by Yang Sheng, a Level 2 Inspector of the association, was invited by the Central Lao-China Friendship Association. On October 16, they met with Xaysana Sitthiphone, Deputy Minister of Technology and Communications and Vice President and Secretary-General of the Central Lao-China Friendship Association.

Xaysana welcomed the delegation, highlighting the visit's role in enhancing the longstanding friendship and strategic cooperation between Laos and China. He suggested establishing practical cooperation mechanisms to foster exchanges among people, businesses, and organizations in Laos and Yunnan Province in several fields, including education, public health, arts, culture, and tourism.

He also stressed the importance of closer interactions between communities along the Laos-China border through mutual visits, consultations, and joint activities, especially during significant bilateral events. Such efforts would ensure a peaceful and cooperative border conducive to development.

Yang expressed gratitude for the warm reception and detailed the association's activities and goals. She confirmed their dedication to strengthening ties with the Central Lao-China Friendship Association and facilitating exchanges and collaborations across various sectors.

Both parties agreed on the need for practical cooperation mechanisms to enhance their commitment to stronger people-to-people connections and mutually beneficial exchanges.