VIENTIANE, May 30 (Xinhua) -- Ahead of the International Children's Day on June 1, Lao Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone extended warm wishes to all Lao children and youth, reaffirming the government's commitment to advancing and protecting children's rights.
Local Pasaxon newspaper reported on Friday that in his message, Sonexay extended heartfelt wishes, love, and warm greetings to all children and youth of Laos, from every ethnic group, both at home and abroad.
He expressed hope that they grow up happy, physically, mentally, and intellectually strong, while becoming responsible, disciplined, honest, creative, and confident individuals who seek to develop new skills and adapt to a changing world.
