Vientiane, Feb. 3 -- The upcoming state visit to Laos by General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) Central Committee To Lam on February 5 carries historic significance and strategic weight, advancing bilateral comprehensive integration across various areas, Lao Minister of Foreign Affairs Thongsavanh Phomvihane told the Vietnam News Agency. Thongsavanh said the trip, most importantly, marks General Secretary Lam's first overseas engagement since the success of the CPV's 14th National Congress. Choosing Laos as his first destination immediately after assuming the role of Party General Secretary underscores particularly profound significance. He recalled that not long ago, Party General Secretary and President of Laos Thongl...