China-Laos ties at historical high: Xi

Recent years have witnessed tremendous growth in bilateral cooperation, with enhanced connections between the two countries, Xi added.

He said China is willing to work with Laos to further push forward the all-round strategic partnership of cooperation, adding that the partnership features a high degree of mutual trust, mutual assistance and reciprocity.

He called on both sides to maintain high-level exchanges between the two political parties and countries and the annual meeting between the two presidents.

China is ready to advance cooperation with Laos under the "Belt and Road" Initiatives and cooperate in production, said the Chinese president.

He also called on both sides to boost cooperation in security, culture, tourism, education and youth exchanges.

Hailing Laos's long-term support for China in international and regional affairs, Xi said China hopes both sides can continue cooperating through the United Nations, ASEAN and the Greater Mekong Subregion Economic Cooperation.

Briefing Xgi on Laos's international situation, Choummaly expressed his appreciation for China's support and assistance, saying that Laos would like to maintain close high-level contacts with China and strengthen cooperation in international and regional affairs.

After the talks, the two presidents witnessed the signing of a series of deals between the two governments.