In a recent meeting held in Hanoi, Vietnamese Prime Minister Lê Minh Hưng commended the strong partnership between Vietnam and Laos in the fields of inspection, auditing, and anti-corruption. The meeting featured senior Lao official Vanhxay Phongsavanh, where both parties delved into discussions about enhancing cooperation to meet new development objectives.
Prime Minister Hưng highlighted the importance of bolstering national governance by reinforcing discipline, improving transparency, and actively combating corruption and wasteful practices. He stressed the need for both countries to exchange experiences, engage in personnel training, and enhance collaboration in complaint management, institutional improvements, and the fortification of inspection and supervision frameworks.
The discussions also touched upon the necessity of improving coordination to detect and manage cases involving cross-border elements. Both countries expressed a commitment to embrace information technology and digital transformation as tools to enhance inspection and auditing processes, thereby increasing efficiency and accuracy.
Reaffirming their dedication to existing cooperation agreements, Vietnam and Laos are poised to strengthen their enduring relationship. The two nations agreed on the significance of maintaining and expanding their collaborative efforts, aiming to achieve mutual goals and address shared challenges effectively.
This meeting underscores the commitment of both Vietnam and Laos to work closely in vital areas of governance, reflecting their shared vision of transparency, accountability, and sustainable development as they continue to foster a robust bilateral relationship.