Azerbaijan, Laos mark 25th anniversary of diplomatic ties

The Azerbaijani Minister of Foreign Affairs Elmar Mammadyarov and his counterpart from the Lao People's Democratic Republic Saleumxay Kommasith exchanged congratulatory letters on the 25th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries.

In his letter, Minister Elmar Mammadyarov expressed his most sincere congratulations and best wishes on the 25th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the Republic of Azerbaijan and the Lao People's Democratic Republic.

Minister noted that he is confident that the relations and cooperation between our two countries, established on a firm foundation of mutual understanding and respect for independence, sovereignty, and territorial integrity, would continue to grow in the coming years.

He took the opportunity to emphasize that Azerbaijan attaches great importance to close dialogue and cooperation with Laos and believes there is a vast potential of opportunities that are yet to be fully explored within bilateral relations across various areas of mutual interest.

In conclusion, the Minister extended to his counterpart a cordial invitation to pay a visit to the Republic of Azerbaijan at his earliest convenience and best wishes for happiness, peace, and prosperity to all the people of Laos.

In his letter, the Foreign Minister of Laos Saleumxay Kommasith expressed his cordial congratulations to Minister Elmar Mammadyarov on the occasion of the 25th anniversary of the establishment of the diplomatic relations between the countries.

The Minister noted that over the past 25 years, the friendly relations and good cooperation between the Lao PDR and the Republic of Azerbaijan have been developed and expanded both in bilateral and multilateral frameworks.

"With greater joint efforts, Lao-Azerbaijan cooperative relationship would be further strengthened and flourished for the tangible benefits of our two countries and peoples as well as for peace, stability, and cooperation for development in the respective region and the world at large."

In conclusion, Minister Saleumxay Kommasith wished to his Azerbaijani colleague and the staff of the MFA of Azerbaijan good health, personal well-being, and every success in their noble endeavors.

The Republic of Azerbaijan and the Lao People's Democratic Republic established diplomatic ties on May 22, 1995.