Laotian president says he intends to gift Russia two elephants

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.