The fact that the two nations uphold the leadership of the Communist Party and a socialist direction is the essential feature of bilateral relations, Xi said, adding that both sides should jointly safeguard the political and institutional security of the two nations.

China stands ready to bolster strategic dialogue with Laos, deepen exchanges in State governance and help the nation in its development to the best of its capacity, he said.

The president highlighted the need to enhance the coordinating role of the joint committee for the China-Laos Economic Corridor to move forward and boost the overall level of bilateral pragmatic cooperation.