Laos, China agree to extend cooperation in various fields

Laos and China plan to continue to cooperate in many fields, especially in Mekong-Lancang Cooperation, it was stated during a recent videoconference between the two countries’ Ministries of Foreign Affairs.
During the meeting, Lao and Chinese officials reported on various aspects of social and economic development and shared ideas on ways to tackle the Covid-19 outbreak, as well as matters relating to investment, transport and education.
The meeting took place as Laos and China celebrate the 60th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations.
Laos’ Minister of Foreign Affairs Mr Saleumxay Kommasith said Laos was very grateful for China’s assistance through the provision of medical experts and vaccine. He also noted that Lao students who had been awarded scholarships by the Chinese government were continuing their studies in China.
Last month, the Ministry of Health received a donation of 700,000 doses of China’s Sinopharm Covid-19 vaccine and medical supplies valued at 17 billion kip to assist government efforts to tackle the virus outbreak.
The vaccine and supplies will be used in Luang Namtha, Oudomxay, Bokeo, Phongsaly and Luang Prabang provinces. The vaccine will primarily be given to people at high risk of Covid infection and those who have not yet had two vaccinations.
China has provided several shipments of vaccine and dispatched medical specialists and supplies to support the government’s battle against Covid.

By Times Reporters
  (Latest Update December 7, 2021)