Relations with Laos set to get a boost

China and Laos signed a series of agreements yesterday to enhance bilateral ties including one granting the Southeast Asian nation non-reimbursable assistance and interest-free loans and another on food safety partnership.

Premier Wen Jiabao and visiting Laotian Prime Minister Bouasone Bouphavanh witnessed the signing of the agreements after one-hour closed-door talks in the Great Hall of the People in Beijing.

During the talks, Wen said China is keen to further strengthen the comprehensive partnership with Laos to upgrade bilateral relations.