Binh Thuan(VNA) – The Party Committee of the south central province of Binh Thuan onNovember 9 honoured winners of a contest on exploring the history of thespecial ties between Vietnam and Laos in 2017.
Ho Trung Phuoc, headof the provincial Party Committee’s Commission for Information and Education,said that in four months from May, the contest received 5,843 entries fromlocal officials, Party members and youngsters.
As many as 180 outstandingwritings were chosen. One first, two second and three third prizes were presentedto collectives. Meanwhile, in the individual category, one first, two second,three third and 10 consolidation prizes were also announced.
Vietnam and Laos haveshared a special friendship and solidarity as well as long-lasting comprehensivecooperation. The two sides have walked hands in hands in both past struggle forindependence and current national defence and construction.
Since the two countriesset up their diplomatic relations 55 years ago, bilateral relations have flourishedin both depth and width.
Last year, two-waytrade reached over 800 million USD. The two sides have also focused on strengtheningtransportation connectivity and creating optimal conditions for each other indeveloping trade and investment.-VNA