The President of the Republic of Macedonia, Dr. Gjorge Ivanov, received today in a farewell meeting, the Ambassador of the People's Democratic Republic of Laos to the Republic of Macedonia, resident in Vienna, H.E. Mr. Phoukhao Phommavongsa.

At the meeting, President Ivanov and Ambassador Phommavongsa exchanged views on the current political situation and the challenges facing our region.

The two interlocutors expressed the expectation that the cooperation between the two countries will continue and will be promoted on a bilateral and multilateral basis within the UN. At the meeting, opinions were exchanged on the possibility of implementing projects in the field of culture, education and science, which will further enrich the mutual relationship.

President Ivanov pointed out that Macedonia is interested to cooperate with Laos within the Organization of the Francophonie, where this country is a particularly active member.

The Macedonian President expressed his gratitude to Ambassador Phommavongsa for his engagement and wished him success in his future career.