Senior monks attend the state funeral of Mr Xaysomphone Phomvihane, a member of the Politburo of the Lao People’s Revolutionary Party Central Committee and President of the National Assembly, who died on Saturday.

Novice monks perform traditional rituals prior to the cremation.

President Thongloun Sisoulith, Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone, current and former government leaders pay their respects in tribute to Mr Xaysomphone Phomvihane.

Representatives from international organisation in Laos, ministries and provinces offer their respects and best wishes to Mr Xaysomphone Phomvihane’s family.