AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoNational Mourning for NA President Xaysomphone Phomvihane: Laos has declared a five-day national mourning period (Aug 9–13) after National Assembly President Xaysomphone Phomvihane died Aug 8 at age 70 from vasculitis, with flags at half-mast and entertainment suspended; a floral tribute in Vientiane runs Aug 9–11 and the official funeral is set for Aug 13 at That Luang Esplanade. Vietnam-Led Diplomatic Tributes: Vietnam’s top legislative leader Tran Thanh Man led a high-ranking delegation to Laos to pay respects, while Vietnam also announced two days of national mourning (Aug 10–11), underscoring the “special solidarity” and strategic cooperation between the two parties and states. Party-State Commemoration: Senior Lao Party and state leaders, ministries, mass organisations, and the public gathered in Vientiane on Aug 9 to lay floral wreaths and pay tribute, reflecting the political weight of the late legislator. ASEAN Anniversary Messaging: On ASEAN’s 59th anniversary, Laos reaffirmed commitment to ASEAN cooperation and integration amid regional risks, while India’s Jaishankar highlighted Act East-linked connectivity, trade, digital links, defence, education, and cultural exchanges.
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