Bangkok: The Lao Ambassador bid farewell to the Prime Minister on the occasion of his departure from office, emphasizing the close relations between Thailand and Laos, and his readiness to continue cooperating in all areas for the mutual benefit of the people of both countries. Mr. Khamphan Anlavan, Ambassador of the Lao People’s Democratic Republic to Thailand, paid a courtesy call on Mr. Anutin Charnvirakul, Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, to bid farewell on the occasion of his departure from his post.
According to Thai News Agency, following the discussion, Mr. Siripong Angkasakulkiat, Government Spokesperson, revealed that the Prime Minister expressed his gratitude to the Lao Ambassador for his dedicated service throughout his tenure, playing a crucial role in promoting the continued progress of close relations between Thailand and Laos, particularly in coordinating the Prime Minister’s official visit to Laos last week, which was warmly received by the Lao government and people.
The Prime Minister expressed his gratitude to Lao President Thongloun Sisoulith and Lao Prime Minister Sonxay Siphandon for their warm welcome and reiterated the Thai government’s commitment to cooperating with the Lao PDR in all dimensions for the mutual benefit of the people of both countries.
The Lao Ambassador thanked the Prime Minister for his continued support of the Lao Embassy’s work and expressed his congratulations on the Prime Minister’s choice of Lao PDR as the first country for an official visit after assuming office on October 16, 2025, which symbolizes the close friendship between the two countries. He wished the Prime Minister success in his career and good health.
On this occasion, both sides exchanged views on important cooperation issues, such as energy. Thailand proposed that Lao PDR consider extending the concession contract and electricity distribution to Thailand to ensure long-term energy stability.
Regarding cross-border and transit freight transport, the Prime Minister proposed that both parties facilitate and jointly consider freight rates to ensure fairness and maximum benefit to consumers.
For other cooperation issues, the Joint Commission (JC) and Joint Boundary Commission (JBC) meeting mechanisms will be used to further drive cooperation between the two countries.
In conclusion, the Prime Minister expressed his gratitude to the Lao Ambassador for his important role in promoting closer and more comprehensive relations between the two countries. He expressed confidence that the Ambassador’s experience would help further strengthen relations between the Thai and Lao peoples in the future.
The Prime Minister’s Office spokesperson stated that the discussions were friendly and warm, reflecting the close Thai-Lao relations and the readiness to move forward with cooperation for mutual security, prosperity, and sustainability.