Government of the Lao People’s Democratic Republic has conferred the Friendship Medal on Mr Vladimir Kalinin

Laos People’s Democratic Republic: Friendship Medal Conferred Upon Russian Ambassador! (9.11.2025)

In recognition of these achievements, the Lao Government awarded the Friendship Medal as a token of appreciation for the Ambassador’s dedication to fostering the longstanding friendship and cooperation between the two nations.

In his response, Ambassador Kalinin expressed his sincere gratitude to the Lao Government, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and the people of Laos for their support and hospitality throughout his tenure. He affirmed his commitment to continue serving as a bridge to further strengthen and expand the bonds of friendship and cooperation between Laos and Russia in the years ahead.

Kim Jong-Un’s New Year Greeting Statement – 2014

The original article stated that the New Year message of Kim Jong-Un retained (and built upon) the thinking of the former leaders – Kim Il Sung and Kim Jong Il – emphasising the significance of the need for further development in 2014, particularly with regard to working towards the resolving of the Reunification of the Motherland Movement issue, the defence of national sovereignty, the maintaining of peace in the world, and the development of dignity.