Lao Ambassador to China Somphone Sichaleune praised China's achievements in space and technology during a visit to the China Academy of Space Technology in Beijing on Thursday.
He was accompanying Lao President Thongloun Sisoulith, who is on a five-day state visit to China at the invitation of President Xi Jinping.
During the visit to the academy, which plays an important role in China's space exploration, the Lao delegation viewed the academy's achievements in the fields of crewed spaceflight, deep-space exploration, navigation, communications, and remote sensing.
The ambassador expressed appreciation for China's support in satellite launch of Laos, as well as high expectations for bilateral cooperation in various other fields.
"It very impressed us about the progress of development in terms of technology in China. So, China is one of the most advanced countries in the world. Ten years ago, thanks to the first satellite using the technology of China, so this is very useful for us, for developing our economy, socio-economy now in the fields of agriculture, environmental protection, and so on, and education also. Frankly speaking, we have huge potential to further cooperate between our two countries," said the ambassador.
Lao ambassador hails China's development in technology
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Thursday said China will take part in the selection of the next United Nations (UN) secretary-general in a responsible and constructive manner while meeting with Michelle Bachelet, candidate for the next UN secretary-general and former Chilean president in Beijing.
Bachelet pointed to the UN as the indispensable platform for the international community to respond jointly to global challenges, saying the UN should uphold the authority of the Charter, remain action-oriented and take coordinated steps to advance the three pillars of peace, development and human rights.
Stressing her firm commitment to the one-China principle, Bachelet expressed her appreciation for China's long-standing efforts in promoting multilateralism and the UN cause, and her readiness to work with China and the international community to jointly enhance the status and role of the UN.
Wang, also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, said China will work to promote the United Nations to revitalize its authority and vitality, and to better adapt to the new circumstances and better cope with new challenges.
Noting China has always been the staunch supporter and active constructor of the UN cause, Wang said China is willing to work with all sides to safeguard, revitalize and strengthen the UN.
China to participate in selection of next UN chief in responsible, constructive manner: FM
