Vietnam presents 1,000 tonnes of rice to flood-hit people in Laos

The schedule of the efforts will see 1,000 tonnes of rice handed over to Laos through the State Reserve Department in Nghe Tinh province before December 5.

Following the statement, a representative from Savanakhet province issued their sincere thanks to the Party, State, Government, and Vietnamese citizens for the meaningful donation. Indeed, the aid represents timely support for Laotian people in general, and especially for residents in the province, during this challenging period.

The representative added that this marks one of the most impressive political events to occur on the eve of the 43rd meeting of the Vietnam - Laos Inter-Governmental Committee.

The Laotian representative also affirmed that the province will receive and distribute the allocated rice to those in need as swiftly as possible.