VO 70 years of progress for Lao People’s Army INTRO: Lao people of all ethnicities are happy to celebrate the 70th anniversary of the Lao People’s Army, as soldiers around the country ably continue to carry out their duty of national protection and development. In welcoming the grand celebration, our news team prepares the special news report on 70 years of progress for Lao People’s Army STORY: Every year, Lao people delight in observing this day, which falls on January 20 – the date when the La

VO: 74 years of progress for Lao People’s Army INTRO: The Lao People's Army has made great contributions to protecting, building and developing the country and has built a strong relationship with the people, hence the comparison to fish and water. According to the former deputy minister of National defense, Lieutenant General Ai Souliyaseng, the army has played a strong role in national security and development in past years and will continue to do so in the future. | Lao National Television-En