Vietnam boosts legislative ties with Laos and Cambodia

Hanoi (VNA) - Vietnam will continue its legislative cooperation with
Laos and Cambodia , including exchange of experiences and mutual
assistance in policy making and encouraging people to support commitments
made by the countries.

The idea was shared by Vice Chairwoman of the Vietnamese National Assembly
Tong Thi Phong with her guests, Deputy Prime Minister and MP of Cambodia Men
Sam An, and Vice Chairman of the Lao NA's Committee for Cultural and Social
Affairs Pholsena Phonethep, during their meetings in Hanoi on Dec. 13.

The two foreign officials are leading delegations to attend the Asian Forum
of Parliamentarians on Population and Development (AFPPD) which is held in
Hanoi from Dec. 13-14.

Phong and her guests exchanged views on social affairs of common concern,
such as gender equality, childcare and protection.

She appreciated the Cambodian and Lao delegations to the AFPPD and the role
of Cambodian and Lao MPs in boosting the traditional relationship and
comprehensive cooperation between Vietnam , Laos and Cambodia .

The guests expressed thanks to the Vietnamese NA, Government and people for
their wholehearted assistance to the national construction and development
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