Faster by rail, the line linking China and Laos

China and Laos share a strong and friendly relationship because of several key factors, including geographical proximity, historical ties and mutual economic interests, he said.

"Historically, the two nations have shared similar experiences and ideologies, particularly during periods of political transformation, fostering a sense of solidarity and understanding.

"Culturally, China and Laos are very close in terms of religion and food. Moreover, both China and Laos are renowned for their hospitality.Our border is not very long, only 500 kilometers, but the import and export of goods between the two nations has grown rapidly."

Last year, bilateral trade between China and Laos reached$7.1 billion, marking a 26.6 percent increase year-on-year and setting a record, according to China's General Administration of Customs. From January to July this year, bilateral trade amounted to $4.9 billion, up 30.3 percent on the previous year.Currently, China is the country's second-largest trading partner and its biggest source of investment.

Since 1999, Sidlakone has been working with the Supreme People's Prosecutor and the Ministry of Industry and Commerce of Laos, and has been contributing to the strengthening of Laos-China relations. He has been involved in committees related to the Laos-China Treaty on Extradition, the Agreement on the Transfer of Sentenced Persons, and the Agreement on Cooperation in Criminal and Civil Law. He has fostered collaboration between the two countries in the business sector, particularly for small- and medium-sized companies.

Frequent interaction with China has allowed him to witness the country's development firsthand.