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Laotian president says he intends to gift Russia two elephants

Laotian president says he intends to gift Russia two elephants
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Thursday, 31 July, 2025, 16:16

During a meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin, the Laotian president announced that he intends to give Russia a pair of elephants to mark the 65th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries.

Thongloun Sisoulith noted that elephants are a symbol of Laos, as well as peace and prosperity.

“They will be useful in the household,” Putin joked.