President gives speech on National Day



(KPL) The President Choummaly Sayasone addressed the international diplomatic corps based here to commemorate the 33rd Anniversary of the Lao People’s Democratic Republic, which falls on 2 December on the occasion of the international New Year 2009.

In his keynote speech, President Choummaly Sayasone highlighted the achievements of the Lao ethnic people in various sectors, giving special emphasis on the sustained economic growth rate has of 8 per cent and the per capita income of 810 US dollars, a lower rate of inflation compared to the previous year, the stability of the kip vis-a-vis other foreign currencies, the rapid expansion in planting industrial crops and commercial trees in the country, increasing employment opportunities and permanent settlement, the steady decline of households poverty, improvement the overall livelihood of the many Lao ethnic peoples, increase in foreign investment, maintenance of social order and national security and strong presence of political stability. In addition, there was an upgrading of education, culture and health in the country. Last but least, he said that the members of the many Lao ethnic groups enjoyed genuine solidarity and harmony and are confident of continued prosperity of the country.

He said that during the last one year, Laos had endured the effects of massive flooding, the worst in 40 years and rivalled by the one in 1966, which was even worse. The current flood has caused tremendous damage to properties and the livelihood of the people had been adversely affected. The flood had affected 40,000 families It destroyed some infrastructures and damaged cultivated fields. A rapid assessment exercise showed that that the damage caused by the flooding is severe. However, under the leadership and guidance of the Party, government and support from friendly countries and international organisations, the Lao people of all social stratas exerted their tireless efforts to prevent what could have been a greater catastrophic natural disaster and they were able to protect Vientiane capital from the worst kind inundation.
Regarding our foreign policy we actively participated and worked closely with the international communities based in Lao, he added.

“In March 29-31 2008, the Lao PDR hosted the third Greater Mekong Sub-region Summit in Vientiane capital. In addition, we have vigorously participated in several summits held within regional and global frameworks. We are currently focusing on the preparation for hosting the 25th SEA Games to be organised at the end of 2009. The aforesaid remarkable events have signified the achievements made in the broadening cooperative relations between the Lao PDR and our friendly countries as well as contributed to the cause for peace, friendship and development cooperation in the region and in the world at large.
On the occasion, the state president also extended his heartfelt gratitude to all the friendly countries and international organisations near and far for their continued support, assistance and cooperation which have been extended to the Lao PDR.

He reaffirmed the commitment of the Lao PDR to implementing the renovation policy in view of turning the country into a more prosperous nation; pursuing foreign policy of peace, independence, and enhancing friendship with all nations of the world for the cause for peace and sustainable development.

On the occasion, Mr. Nguyen Huy Quang, Dean of Diplomatic Corps in Vientiane, said that diplomats and International Organisations representatives in Laos were very glad to learn that Lao People however have overcome the difficulties and achieved great accomplishments over the last one year.

He recognised that the political situation in Laos was stable, economic growth at high rate, the macro economy stable, low inflation, progressive made in poverty reduction, living condition improved and that Laos is consistently with developing and changing in a positive direction.

Mr. Nguyen said that thanks to the comprehensive Renovation and strengthened integration, regionally and internationally Laos had become one of the countries which scored fastest development in Southeast Asia.

“Laos also plays an active role in various ASEAN activities as well as other regional frameworks such as GMS, ACMECS, EAST-WEST Economic Corridor as a land-linked country in the region,” Mr. Nguyen added.

He also praised Laos for her active cooperation in UN work programmes to combat with global challenges like climate change and food security through various programmes, for instance, natural resource sustainability, forestation, agricultural development for food security.

wake up in the early morning to participate the meeting at the provincial stadium and listen to the history and the foundation of Lao pdr. we are proud of you be getting older mr Lpdr and thanks for these years.. Happy Birthday..

sorry, Ai lanxang, I really want to know what have you commented or attacked against the Lao Government..

i amnot surprise at all that your comment has been delete d if i am a web master you no have achance to post your bad comment at all. isee your comment  alway begatif about lao gov. you deserve it, lanxxxang.

Lan_Xang wrote:

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khonthakek wrote:

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sorry, Ai lanxang, I really want to know what have you commented or attacked against the Lao Government..

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I wrote in Lao my version of the National Holiday on December 2. I am a Royalist and you know what my version would be.

 

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dude lanxang why are you such a hater... the past is the past look towards the future even if u are a royalist. think of whats best for our country to move forward dont try to bring our country back words. wut if i were to say i am not on either side all i want to see is our country and our people progress and become the best.

long live our people
lao will always be lao no matter what side you claim.
i respect and  congragulate what the lpdr has done so for our country so far...
it may not always have the best outcomes but no one is perfect with practice we will get there and with time every one will be happy. as long as wel all contribute to ONE cause our people will rise. so dont try to split is uppp royalist or communist these are labels of the past i chose

 Lao this is what our new banner should be

 

Mun Yeunnnn  Munnn Yeuunnnnn Sa Haiii!!!!

Lan_Xang  if lao still hate laos .how could you call yourself the laotian




who is realy violate agreements

THE FIRST COALITION  right wing kick them out in in July 1954 and lie to them
THE SECOND COALITION in 1957 the Right wing kick them out lie to them again 
The third  coalition in 1973 left wing kick right wing out what is else you expect .  now who is lie to who ?communist or the royalist goverment




I don't hate my fellow Lao. I am only against some of the Lao People Revolutionary Party idealogies.

Also some of us still hate the Thais/Siamese for what they did to our ancestors over 100+ years ago. It would be take a little longer for me to forget what the LPRP did to my father, uncles, and other Lao patriots.

The Royalists just have different ideas about Laos but they and the Communist both love Laos. There is no reasons for the Communists to violate the agreements and to lie to the Royalist by telling them to lay down their weapons one day then next day march them into a forest and tell them that is where they will be living. They have to make their own huts, grow their own food, and care for themselves when sick.

It remind of what situation those Lao slaves were in when they were marched from Vianghan to Bangkok to dig those canal.

Anyway, I love all my fellow Lao brothers and sisters.

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any special demonstrations to celebrate this event?

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Lan_Xang  if lao still hate laos .how could you call yourself the laotian




who is realy violate agreements

THE FIRST COALITION  right wing kick them out in in July 1954 and lie to them
THE SECOND COALITION in 1957 the Right wing kick them out lie to them again 
The third  coalition in 1973 left wing kick right wing out what is else you expect .  now who is lie to who ?communist or the royalist goverment




I don't hate my fellow Lao. I am only against some of the Lao People Revolutionary Party idealogies.

Also some of us still hate the Thais/Siamese for what they did to our ancestors over 100+ years ago. It would be take a little longer for me to forget what the LPRP did to my father, uncles, and other Lao patriots.

The Royalists just have different ideas about Laos but they and the Communist both love Laos. There is no reasons for the Communists to violate the agreements and to lie to the Royalist by telling them to lay down their weapons one day then next day march them into a forest and tell them that is where they will be living. They have to make their own huts, grow their own food, and care for themselves when sick.

It remind of what situation those Lao slaves were in when they were marched from Vianghan to Bangkok to dig those canal.

Anyway, I love all my fellow Lao brothers and sisters.

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I don't hate you, the Admin Samakomlao, Lao people Army, Khontakek, Seehardhed, DeeHom, Ninjagirl, SPY, Bruce, Chip, all the ANYNONIMOUS members, and whoever I left out. I don't  hate you guys.

I only disagree with the Lao People Revolutionary Party (LPRP) aka Pathet Lao. The LPRP is not a people or a person but rather an entity with a fixed idealogy. You didn't elect the people in the LPRP. They appoint each other to power. You regular folks have no contriol. They are not accountable to anyone and ceratainly not you or I. They do what they want.

For example they decided to lease a land to the Chinese but without informing the regular people. But since people find out, many are against it. The bad part is they can't do anyting about it.

It was not the RLG, but the Geneva Conference that didn't  recognize Pathet Lao. Beside Pathet Lao never had the intention of sharing the power anyway. They were just buying their time. They still fighting, building and regrouping as the Coalition government was being form.

Kong Le had a good intention but when he took refuge with the Pathet Lao I lost respect for him. RLG was too naive too. Only if all the RLG can work out their difference thing would have turn out differently. But RLG was playing a game they have no idea of how and way out of their league.

It was just a game between USA and Communist. USA should have never got involve like they had.

I don't want to lecture on what went on. I just want to say there are 2 outcome of the result. While you guys celebrate the victory, remember your fellow patriots that also love Laos died in the "Seminar" re-education camp.

We both Love our country Laos. We defended her because we both believe we thought was right. Both of our ideas are different it doesn't  mean we are or have to be enemy.

I will not say anymore.

Have a great National Holiday.

 

Lan_Xang wrote:

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dude lanxang why are you such a hater... the past is the past look towards the future even if u are a royalist. think of whats best for our country to move forward dont try to bring our country back words. wut if i were to say i am not on either side all i want to see is our country and our people progress and become the best.

long live our people
lao will always be lao no matter what side you claim.
i respect and  congragulate what the lpdr has done so for our country so far...
it may not always have the best outcomes but no one is perfect with practice we will get there and with time every one will be happy. as long as wel all contribute to ONE cause our people will rise. so dont try to split is uppp royalist or communist these are labels of the past i chose

 Lao this is what our new banner should be

 

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I don't hate my fellow Lao. I am only against some of the Lao People Revolutionary Party idealogies.

Also some of us still hate the Thais/Siamese for what they did to our ancestors over 100+ years ago. It would be take a little longer for me to forget what the LPRP did to my father, uncles, and other Lao patriots.

The Royalists just have different ideas about Laos but they and the Communist both love Laos. There is no reasons for the Communists to violate the agreements and to lie to the Royalist by telling them to lay down their weapons one day then next day march them into a forest and tell them that is where they will be living. They have to make their own huts, grow their own food, and care for themselves when sick.

It remind of what situation those Lao slaves were in when they were marched from Vianghan to Bangkok to dig those canal.

Anyway, I love all my fellow Lao brothers and sisters.

 

 

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yess i know what you are talking about and i aplogize if have offended i also have heard horrible and back stabbing stories of that past. and i hope it will never happen again. im glad we are on the same page long live lao and sense u have replied in that manner i give you much respect. i now have a different point of view about you..

long live lao brother = )

lets hope the future will be bright for all lao  

peace

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Long live Mr. Lanxang.

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I am 2nd that. 

sorry i mean to say the hmong guy and he answer under the title

Lao Troops Reward Six Million kip (u.s. $600) Per Head To Kill Hmong