The Hanoi Party leader has announced a US$3-million aid for Vientiane to build the headquarters of the Department of Justice and the Procuracy of Vientiane.

Laos is seeking Hanoi's expertise for its development of localities in the future.

The memorandum of understanding signed between Hanoi and Vientiane would serve as the legal framework for cooperation between the two cities in the 2022-2025 period.

The authorities and people of Hanoi are determined to further solidify Vietnam-Laos relations.

The conference underlines the unique and significant friendship between Vietnam and Laos, as well as the long-standing Hanoi-Vientiane relations.