Vientiane, March 10 -- Nearly 200 Lao-Vietnamese bilingual titles are on display at the sixth International Book and Culture Festival in Vientiane, reflecting the close and enduring ties between Vietnam and Laos.

The books feature works on the lives and legacies of President Ho Chi Minh and President Kaysone Phomvihane, alongside publications on politics, socio-economic development, education, science and technology, culture, fine arts, and Vietnamese-language instruction.

Held under the theme "Books connect cultures," the festival aims to encourage reading among students and the broader public while serving as a platform for cultural exchange and community engagement.

The event draws participation from a wide range of organisations, i...