Laros 2025: Joint Military Drills by Russia and Laos - The State Signal

Laros 2025: Joint Military Drills by Russia and Laos

RUSSIA – Russia and Laos launched joint military drills on Monday, dubbed Laros 2025.

According to the Russian Ministry of Defense, the opening ceremony took place in the Laos capital Vientiane.

“The event marks the 65th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Russia and Laos and the 50th anniversary of the proclamation of the Lao People’s Democratic Republic,” it said.

During the exercise, servicemen of the Lao People’s Army will practice all stages of practical actions within unified combat formations with units of the Russian Eastern Military District.

“The exercise is held under the slogan ‘Shoulder-to-shoulder for Peace and Security,’ symbolizing the strengthening of military cooperation between the two countries,” the ministry said.

The drill will continue until Sept. 25, the statement said, without specifying how many servicemen will be engaged.