Vientiane, Aug. 1 -- Vietnam's accession to ASEAN not only marked a major milestone in its foreign policy but also significantly contributed to advancing ASEAN's regional and international stature.

Lao Minister of Foreign Affairs Thongsavanh Phomvihane made the statement in an interview with the Vietnam News Agency (VNA) in Vientiane on the occasion of the 30th anniversary of Vietnam's ASEAN membership (July 28,1995 - 2025).

He praised Vietnam's practical contributions throughout its 30-year membership, noting that the country had assumed the ASEAN Chairmanship three times and played an active and responsible role across all three pillars of the ASEAN Community.

According to Minister Thongsavanh, Vietnam has gone beyond active particip...