On 27 February 2026, H.E. Mrs. Krongkanit Rakcharoen, Ambassador of Thailand to the Lao PDR, welcomed General Phana Khlaeoplotthuk, Commander-in-chief of the Royal Thai Army and the delegation during his official visit to the Lao PDR on 27 - 28 February 2026. Both sides exchanged views on ways and means to strengthen military cooperation between Thailand and the Lao PDR as well as on the security situation in the region and other possible areas of cooperation for mutual benefits of both countries. H.E. the Ambassador of Thailand also hosted lunch in honour of the Commander-in-chief of the Royal Thai Army.