Indian National Day in Laos

Indian Ambassador to Laos Mr Suresh Kumar Goel held a reception to mark the 60th Anniversary of Indian Republic day on 26 January at Don Chan Palace Hotel.

Foreign Minister Dr. Thongloun Sisoulith other Ministers of the Lao cabinet, diplomats stationed in Laos and representatives of international organizations in Laos were some of the guests.

India and The Lao People’s Democratic Republic enjoyed a close and friendly relationship and the relationship witnessed a steep upward trend with growing interactions between us in key areas, culture, education and commerce, said Mr Goel.

India and Laos share deep rooted historical and cultural linkages for over 2000 years, the ambassador said, and these are seen in the Buddhist and Hindu influences in architecture, culture, customs and languages in Laos.

During this reception he proposed a toast to President Choumaly Sayasone of Laos, SMT Pratiba Patil, President of India and to the people of Laos.