Indochinese Fatherland Fronts strengthen ties
(VOV) - The fatherland fronts of Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos will effectively implement their tripartite memorandum of understanding as so to boost cooperation in various areas, spanning politics, trade, society, tourism, culture, and science.
The agreement was reached at a meeting in Phnom Penh on December 2 between Solidarity Front for Development of the Cambodian Motherland Chairman Heng Samrin, Vietnam Fatherland Front (VFF) Central Committee President Nguyen Thien Nhan and Lao Front for National Construction Central Committee Chairman Phanh Duongchet Vongsa.
Heng Samrin, who is also Cambodian National Assembly President, welcomed Nhan and Vongsa, acknowledging the 35th founding anniversary of the Cambodian United Front for National Salvation and the inauguration of a monument commemorating fallen soldiers.
He emphasised the venerable history of solidarity, friendship, and cooperation between the three Indochinese countries, consolidated through past freedom and independence and the ongoing process of development.
Samrin thanked Vietnam and Laos for their assistance during Cambodia’s national construction and development, and their contribution to the inaugurated commemorative monument.
VFF Central Committee President Nguyen Thien Nhan said addressing border issues promptly will ensure the three countries maintain peace and stability in the interests of economic development, poverty reduction, and better living conditions for their citizens.
Nhan outlined preparations for a ceremony that will mark the January 7, 1979 victory against Pol Pot’s genocidal regime and the Vietnam People’s Army’s 69th founding anniversary (December 22).
Vongsa concurred with Samrin and Nhan on the wisdom of encouraging fostering inter-front cooperation to reinforce the friendship between Laos, Vietnam, and Cambodia.