The message noted that the government and the people of Laos have brought about an epochal development in all fabrics of socio-economic life, firmly preserving the socialist idea under the correct guidance of the Lao People's Revolutionary Party.

The message wished the prime minister and his government bigger successes in their works, expressing belief that the good friendly and cooperative ties between the two countries would grow stronger.

That day DPRK Foreign Minister Ri Son Gwon sent a similar message to his Laotian counterpart Saleumxay Kommasith.