Speaking at the launching ceremony, head of the commission KhamphanPheuyavong, who is also deputy head of the Lao national steering committee fororganising activities in celebration of the Laos-Vietnam Friendship andSolidarity Year, stressed that art works such as stories, poems and chantiesare a good tool to review, record and store the tradition of the bilateralrelations, and also an effective way for young generations to understand moreabout the ties.
He expressed his belief that the works created during thecontest will contribute to nurturing the great friendship, special solidarity andcomprehensive cooperation between Laos and Vietnam.
A person can create many works of different genres,including long stories (modern novels), short stories, memoirs and poems.
The organising board will receive entries until the end ofAugust 16. The winners will be announced on September 1./.