Laos, Russia Strengthen Partnership with Nuclear Roadmap, Key Agreements
“Laos and Russia are taking their 65-year friendship to a new level after President Thongloun Sisoulith’s visit to Moscow from 30 July to 1 August. The two countries signed seven agreements covering nuclear energy, health, education, the environment, and legal cooperation.”
“At the center of the visit was a plan for peaceful nuclear cooperation between Russia and Laos. This partnership aims to use nuclear technology to improve medicine, farming, scientific research, and energy production in Laos.”
“[Trade] jumped 65 percent in 2024 and is already up 20 percent this year. To support this growth, Russia plans to expand shipping routes from Laos through Vietnam to the Russian port of Vladivostok. New rail links through China will also make trade easier.”
“The Russian Mir payment card is now accepted in Laos, and talks are underway to introduce QR code payments for faster business transactions. The two countries also announced plans for a military cooperation roadmap running through 2030.”
Source: The Laotian Times