The Secretary General of the Lao People’s Revolutionary Party met with General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam, To Lam, during President Thongloun’s visit to lead the Lao delegation in signing the United Nation Convention against Cybercrime.

Laos signs UN Convention against Cybercrime witnessed by President Thongloun

Laos has joined 63 countries and the European Union in signing the United Nations Convention against Cybercrime, underscoring the nation’s strong commitment to cooperating with the international community in combating cyber threats.
President Thongloun Sisoulith witnessed the signing and led the Lao delegation to the high-level conference held in Hanoi, Vietnam, over the weekend.
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Public Security, General Vilay Lakhamfong, signed the convention on behalf of the Lao government, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said in a press release.

General Vilay Lakhamfong signs the United Nations Convention against Cybercrime.

The signing ceremony, co-chaired by Vietnamese President Luong Cuong and United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres, brought together representatives from more than 110 countries.
In his address, President Cuong emphasised the importance of the UN Convention against Cybercrime, saying it reflects the unity of UN member states in building a safe and stable cyberspace that supports sustainable development, according to the press release.
General Vilay, in his remarks, commended Vietnam for its active role in drafting the convention since the process began in 2019, and for hosting the signing ceremony. He said the convention would provide a vital international legal framework for addressing cybercrime.

President Thongloun Sisoulith and the Lao delegation pose for a group photo during the signing of the convention and participation in the high-level conference held in Hanoi, Vietnam.

Laos’ participation in the signing and the high-level conference demonstrates the country’s political will to establish a solid legal foundation ensuring that information and communication technologies are harnessed to advance the economy, trade, investment, and tourism, while safeguarding national security and the wellbeing of the people.
The move also supports Laos’ digital transformation agenda—one of the national priorities for driving socio-economic growth and achieving the Sustainable Development Goals—by fostering a secure and trustworthy digital environment.
By becoming a signatory, Laos gains an essential basis for drafting new legislation and amending existing laws to align with regional and international cooperation frameworks that protect citizens’ legitimate rights and interests from cyber threats.
During his visit, President Thongloun, who is also Secretary General of the Lao People’s Revolutionary Party, held talks with General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam, To Lam.
The two leaders discussed ways to further strengthen the traditional friendship, special solidarity, and comprehensive cooperation between the Parties, States, and peoples of Laos and Vietnam.
In addition, the Lao delegation held bilateral meetings with delegations from several other countries attending the convention signing to exchange experiences and best practices in cybersecurity management.

By Times Reporters
(Latest Update October 27, 2025)