Lao National Assembly President Saysomphone Phomvihane passes away

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Lao National Assembly President and Politburo member Saysomphone Phomvihane passed away on August 8, 2026, at the age of 70. He was a key leader of the Lao People's Revolutionary Party and played a significant role in strengthening the strategic partnership between Laos and Vietnam.

In response, Vietnam has declared two days of national mourning on August 10 and 11, 2026. During this period, Vietnamese government agencies and offices are required to fly mourning flags and refrain from public entertainment activities. High-ranking Vietnamese officials, including National Assembly President Tran Thanh Man, have visited Vientiane to pay respects and sign condolence books.

In Vietnam, the National Assembly observed a minute of silence on August 10 to honor the deceased leader. Several entertainment events and public activities, including the Miss World 2026 opening ceremony and various music releases, have been postponed or rescheduled to show respect during the mourning period.

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Lao People's Revolutionary Party · Laos · National Assembly of Laos · National Assembly of Vietnam · Saysomphone Phomvihane · Tran Thanh Man · Vietnam · Xaysomphone Phomvihane

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[● 9 SOURCES] Saysomphone Phomvihane passed away on August 8, 2026, at the age of 70. soha.vn · thanhnien.vn · kevesko.vn · cafef.vn · tienphong.vn · +2 more
[● 4 SOURCES] Several cultural and entertainment events in Vietnam, including Miss World 2026, were postponed during the mourning days. soha.vn · thanhnien.vn · tuoitre.vn
[DISPUTED] Vietnam declared two days of national mourning for the Lao National Assembly President. soha.vn · thanhnien.vn · kevesko.vn · cafef.vn · tienphong.vn · +1 more
[● 2 SOURCES] During the mourning period, Vietnamese government agencies and representatives abroad are required to fly mourning flags and refrain from public entertainment activities. soha.vn · thanhnien.vn
[● 5 SOURCES] Vietnam's National Assembly held a one-minute silence to commemorate the deceased leader on August 10. thanhnien.vn · kevesko.vn · tienphong.vn · cafef.vn
[● 8 SOURCES] The national mourning period in Vietnam was set for August 10 and 11, 2026. soha.vn · thanhnien.vn · kevesko.vn · cafef.vn · tienphong.vn · +1 more
[DISPUTED] Lao authorities declared five days of national mourning. www.prensa-latina.cu