Cambodia, Laos Reiterate Intimate Army Cooperation Promotion

Cambodia and Laos have reiterated commitment to promote intimate bilateral cooperation between their armies.

The note was made in a meeting between H.E. Gen. Hun Manet, Deputy Commander-in-Chief of the Royal Cambodian Armed Forces (RCAF) and Commander of Royal Cambodian Army, and H.E. Phankham Viphavanh, Prime Minister of the Lao People’s Democratic Republic in Vientiane city on Tuesday.

H.E. Phankham Viphavanh warmly welcomed the visit of H.E. Gen. Hun Manet in Laos, stressing that it demonstrates the two countries’ joint commitment in promoting bilateral relations under the framework of long-lasting and comprehensive strategic partnership.

H.E. Phankham Viphavanh spoke highly of the relations, solidary and good collaboration between the two neighbouring countries in all sectors.

Lao Prime Minister also appreciated Cambodia’s role as ASEAN chair, particularly Cambodia’s strong effort in resolving regional and global issues.

He thanked the Royal Government and people of Cambodia for their assistance to Laos, especially during the crisis of COVID-19.

H.E. Gen. Hun Manet praised Laos’ rapid development in all sectors.

Promoting intimate army cooperation between the two nations is essential to further strengthening and deepening the friendship tie, solidary and good cooperation between both countries and people.

Source: Agency Kampuchea Press