Xaysomphone Phomvihane, President of Laos’ National Assembly and one of the country’s most senior political figures, has died aged 69, officials announced on 8 August.
Lao authorities said Xaysomphone's body was taken to National Assembly Hall No. 6, where official funeral preparations are underway. According to state media, Laos will...
Additional reporting by Phontham Visapra
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