The foreign minister of Laos has arrived in Pyongyang, North Korea's state media reported on Wednesday, about a month after the leaders of the two countries held summit talks in October. The visit is likely to discuss follow-up measures to the bilateral cooperation agreed upon during those talks.
A delegation led by Thongsavanh Phomvihane, the foreign minister of Laos, arrived in Pyongyang on Tuesday upon invitation from North Korea's foreign ministry, according to the Korean Central News Agency (KCNA). The state media reported the arrival on Wednesday but provided no further details on the purpose or duration of the visit. Observers suggest the delegation will likely discuss follow-up measures from the summit talks between North Korean leader Kim Jong-un and Lao President Thongloun Sisoulith held in Pyongyang on October 10.
The summit occurred on the occasion of the 80th founding anniversary of North Korea's ruling Workers' Party of Korea, where the two leaders agreed to strengthen bilateral cooperation. The Lao president was among foreign state leaders and senior officials who attended celebratory events in Pyongyang, including a large-scale military parade.
North Korea and Laos have maintained friendly ties since establishing diplomatic relations in 1974. This foreign minister's visit underscores ongoing efforts to advance their partnership.
