Southeast Asia Information Port News (www.dnyxxg.com) On December 10, 2025, the Lao People's Democratic Republic and the European Union jointly held a ceremony in Vientiane to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations. Senior officials, representatives of diplomatic missions, heads of various departments, and special guests from both sides gathered to witness this important moment.
Ceremony Hosted: Representatives from China, Laos, and the EU Join Hands
The celebration was co-hosted by Lao Foreign Minister Thongsavanh Phomvihane and EU Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to Laos Mark Gallagher. The atmosphere at the event was warm, with representatives from various sectors reviewing the 50-year history of bilateral cooperation and looking forward to future development through speeches and interactive activities.
Bilateral Cooperation: Fruitful Results Across Multiple Fields, Based on Trust and Win-Win Cooperation
In their speeches, both sides agreed that the cooperation over the past 50 years has always been rooted in trust, respect, and mutual benefit, and has achieved significant results in many fields:
Political Field: Regular high-level delegation visits have continuously deepened bilateral political mutual trust and friendly relations.
Economic Sector: Actively encourage businesses and investors to explore cooperation potential and promote steady growth in trade and investment.
Development Sector: The EU has long provided multifaceted assistance, injecting significant momentum into Laos' socio-economic development.
Multilateral Sector: Maintain close communication and mutual support within the frameworks of regional and international forums such as ASEAN and the United Nations.
Future Outlook: Continued Support, Jointly Promoting Sustainable Development
In his address, Minister Thongsavanh Phomvihane emphasized that the EU is one of Laos' most important development partners, playing a crucial role in promoting Laos' socio-economic progress. On behalf of the Lao government, he expressed deep gratitude for the EU's support and generous assistance over the past 50 years and warmly welcomed the EU's commitment to continue providing support after Laos is removed from the list of least developed countries in 2026. He looked forward to deepening cooperation between the two sides in the field of sustainable and comprehensive development.
This celebration ceremony not only demonstrated the solid foundation of Laos-EU bilateral relations but also conveyed the shared commitment of both sides to continue friendly cooperation and jointly write a new chapter in future development.
