Khamtai Siphandone
Khamtai Siphandone was a prominent Laotian politician and a key figure in the Lao People's Revolutionary Party. He served as the President of Laos from 1998 to 2006 and was known for his contributions to the country's socialist policies and development initiatives. Siphandone played a significant role in the political landscape of Laos, particularly during its transition towards a more market-oriented economy while maintaining a commitment to socialism. He was also a close ally of China, fostering strong diplomatic ties between the two nations. Siphandone recently made headlines due to the condolences expressed by Chinese President Xi Jinping following his passing, reflecting his importance in Lao political history.
Born on Feb 08, 1924 (101 years old)
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| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| China | 3 | 9.00 | 0.24% | +0% | 1,402,112,000 | 3,422,568 | $14,000,000 | 34,174$ |
| Totals | 3 | 1,402,112,000 | 3,422,568 | $14,000,000 | 34,174$ |
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Khamtai Siphandone was a prominent leader of Laos who made significant contributions to the development of relations between China and Laos.
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Khamtai Siphandone was a prominent leader in Laos and a close friend of the Chinese Communist Party.
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Khamtai Siphandone was a prominent leader and a close friend of the Chinese Communist Party.
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