Lao official awarded honourary citizenship of Ha Noi

VGP - The Governor of Laos' Luang Namtha Province, Phimmasone Loungkhamma, has been presented the title of honorary citizen of Ha Noi.

April 21, 2015 8:11 AM GMT+7

Speaking at the ceremony to confer the title in Vientiane on April 20, Vietnamese Ambassador to Laos Nguyen Manh Hung said Phimmasone has been presented the honorary title as an expression of gratitude by Hanoians for his contributions in promoting international ties with the capital city.

Phimmasone Loungkhamma said it is an honour for him to receive the title, adding that it is an encouragement and motivation for him to make more efforts for the Vietnam-Laos relationship.

He pledged to try his best to be a good Lao citizen and honourary Ha Noi citizen while also contributing to the development of the bilateral relations.

Phimmasone was among 12 foreigners to be awarded the title this year.

The title is conferred to individuals that respect Viet Nam’s freedom, sovereignty, national unification and territorial integration and the country’s law.

They have also demonstrated solidarity and friendship for peace and social progress while making excellent contributions to developing the city’s politics, economy, culture, society, planning, construction, diplomacy, security and defence.

By Vien Nhu