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Thongloun Sisoulith

Thongloun Sisoulith
The latest news and top stories on Thongloun Sisoulith. Known for his extensive political career, he has served as Prime Minister and held key ministerial roles including Foreign Affairs and Labour and Social Welfare. Educated in Laos, the Soviet Union and Vietnam, he is a historian by training. His administration has emphasised non-interference in international affairs, while also improving relations with the US, China and Vietnam. He is recognised for anti-corruption efforts during his premiership and a commitment to economic growth, poverty reduction and sustainable development in Laos. He also advocates for national unity and strong political education.
China-Asean relations

How Southeast Asia showed its support for China and sent a message to the US

Top leaders from the region attended this month’s military parade in Beijing in a ‘reminder’ to Washington that they have alternatives.

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Laos embraces China, Russia-led SCO amid frustration with Asean

Tariffs and truces: how Southeast Asia bargained with erratic US economic might

Most nations ended up with tariffs reflecting a ‘baseline of sorts’, but not without major concessions – and two were singled out.

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