Celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the National Day of the Lao People's Democratic Republic

On the morning of December 2, the 50th anniversary of the National Day of the Lao People's Democratic Republic was solemnly held at That Luang Square in the capital Vientiane (Laos). General Secretary To Lam and his wife, along with a high-ranking delegation of Vietnam, attended and shared joy with the brotherly country of Laos.

Celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the National Day of the Lao People's Democratic Republic.

On behalf of the Lao Party and State leaders, General Secretary and President Thongloun Sisoulith delivered an important speech. 50 years ago, at this very location, a large number of Lao revolutionaries and patriotic Lao people gathered to seize power in the capital Vientiane, leading to the National Congress of Delegates declaring the complete abolition of the colonial and feudal regimes, establishing the Lao People's Democratic Republic on December 2, 1975. Lao General Secretary and President Thongloun Sisoulith expressed his deep gratitude and remembrance for the glorious feats, the great contributions and sacrifices of President Kaysone Phomvihane, President Souphanouvong and the leaders, soldiers, heroes, party members, cadres and people of all ethnic groups in Laos who heroically sacrificed their lives for the cause of national salvation, without fear of any hardship or difficulty, until the country gained independence and complete liberation.

On this important occasion, on behalf of the Lao Party, State and People of all ethnic groups, Lao General Secretary and President Thongloun Sisoulith warmly welcomed, sincerely thanked and expressed his gratitude to friendly countries near and far, development partners, international organizations as well as social organizations that have actively supported and assisted Laos over the past half century. Lao General Secretary and President Thongloun Sisoulith affirmed that the past 50 years have been a process of establishment, continuous improvement and development of the Lao People's Democratic Republic. Lao General Secretary and President Thongloun Sisoulith affirmed that he will continue to protect the revolutionary achievements, results and victories over the past 50 years with his life and the steadfast and consistent ideals of future generations forever.

Immediately after the speech of General Secretary and President of Laos Thongloun Sisoulith, the parade of armed forces, ministries, departments, branches, organizations and socio- political organizations took place solemnly, vividly demonstrating the achievements in all areas of life, society, economy and national defense that the Lao Party and People have achieved over the past 50 years.

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