Sonexay Siphandone facts for kids
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Sonexay Siphandone
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| ສອນໄຊ ສີພັນດອນ | |
Sonexay in 2025
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| 19th Prime Minister of Laos | |
| Assumed office 30 December 2022 |
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| President | Thongloun Sisoulith |
| Preceded by | Phankham Viphavanh |
| Deputy Prime Minister of Laos | |
| In office 20 April 2016 – 30 December 2022 |
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| Prime Minister | Thongloun Sisoulith |
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| Born | 26 January 1966 |
| Political party | Lao People's Revolutionary Party |
| Spouse | Vandala Siphandone |
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Sonexay Siphandone was born in 1966. He is a politician from Laos, a country in Southeast Asia. Since December 30, 2022, he has been the prime minister of Laos. The prime minister is the head of the government in many countries.
Before becoming prime minister, Sonexay Siphandone was the deputy prime minister. He held this important role from 2016 to 2022. He is a member of the Lao People's Revolutionary Party, which is a major political group in Laos. His father, Khamtai Siphandone, was also a very important leader in Laos. Sonexay also has a sister named Viengthong Siphandone.
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Sonexay Siphandone's Political Journey
Becoming Prime Minister
Sonexay Siphandone became the Prime Minister of Laos on December 30, 2022. The country's parliament, which is like a big meeting of elected representatives, voted for him. Out of 151 votes, 149 people approved him for the job. This showed strong support for him to lead the country.
Earlier Roles in Government
Before becoming prime minister, Sonexay Siphandone served as the deputy prime minister. This role meant he helped the prime minister and took on many important tasks for the government. He gained a lot of experience in leading the country during this time.
Awards and Recognition
Order of the Rising Sun
In 2025, Sonexay Siphandone received a special award called the Grand Cordon of the Order of the Rising Sun. This is a high honor given by the country of Japan. It is given to people who have made great achievements or helped improve relationships between countries.
See also
In Spanish: Sonexay Siphandone para niños
