President of Vietnam, To Lam, visited Laos on 11-12 July, receiving a warm welcome from President of Laos, Thongloun Sisoulith.
The visit aimed to enhance a robust relationship between the two nations, celebrating 62 years of cooperation. The two presidents signed seven agreements at the National Assembly In Vientiane to continue the development of economic, business, and inter-governmental relations.
Laos and Vietnam trade amounted to USD 476.8 million in the first quarter of 2024, marking a 12 percent increase compared to the previous year, making Vietnam one of the top three foreign investors in Laos. Vietnam has invested in 245 projects in Laos, totaling USD 5.5 billion.
Additionally, the two leaders launched the citizen and ID database project during a ceremony attended by high-ranking delegates. President To Lam also provided 20 Vinfast cars to assist Laos in hosting the ASEAN Chairmanship 2024.
On the same day in the morning, the president of Vietnam, To Lam laid a wreath at the Unknown Soldier Monument in Vientiane to show respect to soldiers who passed away with sacrifice. The two sides also discussed and exchanged their countries’ economic perspectives and international issues.
President Lam paid a visit to Sinlavong Khoutphaythoune, President of the Central Committee of the Lao Front for National Construction (LFNC) in Vientiane to strengthen the cooperation between the Central Committee of the Vietnam Fatherland Front (VFF) and LFNC. He emphasized the importance of the cooperation agreement signed by the two organizations for the period of 2022 to 2026 and encouraged collaboration in various areas such as ethnic affairs and public engagement.
The Vietnamese president also visited former senior leaders of Laos including former Party General Secretaries and Presidents of Laos Choummaly Sayasone and Bounnhang Vorachith as well as former Lao Prime Minister Thongsing Thammavong to express gratitude to the host. He also visited a telecom joint venture in Laos as part of his ongoing visit in Laos.
In the evening, President Thongloun Sisoulith hosted a dinner to welcome President To Lam and his delegation.
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Vientiane Capital welcomed a total of 674,196 visitors in the first six months of this year, including international and domestic tourists.
This surge in number has resulted in an increase of tourists by 26.31 percent and a 44.02 percent rise in revenue compared to the same period last year, as reported by a state media.
Viengphone Keokhounsee, the head of the Department of the Ministry of Information, Culture, and Tourism in Vientiane Capital, emphasized during a meeting on 9 July that the authorities has been making efforts to boost tourism since the launch of “Visit Laos Year 2024” at the That Luang festival last year.
These efforts consist of improving infrastructures, enhancing tourist service, promoting tourism, and close collaboration with various sectors, including the government and businesses. Viengphone expressed optimism that ongoing developments in the tourism sector will attract an even larger number of tourists in the next half of the year.
As Visit Laos Year 2024 is on the run, the country has seen a substantial rise in tourism numbers across provinces. In the northern Laos, Oudomxay Province saw an increase in tourists to over 113,000 visitors in the first half of 2024 which is higher than the previous year and only attracted 107,000 visitors in the first nine months.
Additionally, in the first three months of this year, Laos welcomed over 1.1 million international tourist arrivals, with top arrivals from Thailand, Vietnam, and China. Laos is targeting to welcome over 4,6 million international visitors and generate estimated revenue of USD 1.3 billion.
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Oudomxay Province experienced a tourism boom in the first half of 2024, attracting over 113,000 visitors and generating more than USD 6.5 million in revenue, as recently revealed by Oudomxay Governor Bounkhong Larchiemphone.
This surge in visitors marks a substantial increase compared to the previous year. According to a report from the Tourism Development Department, in the first nine months of 2023, the province welcomed only 107,000 visitors, comprising both domestic and international tourists.
Oudomxay is often referred to as the “heart of northern Laos” due to its central location among the northern provinces. Tourists can reach this city by airplane, train, or bus.
Governor Bounkhong highlighted the provincial authorities’ efforts over the past six months to improve tourism services.
Another notable achievement includes the Namkat Yora Pa Resort, recently awarded a prestigious 5-star certification. This resort is also home to the Namkat Yora Pa Biodiversity Museum, the first of its kind in Laos and only the third globally.
Additionally, the Charming Lao Hotel and Le Grand Pak Bang Resort earned ASEAN Green Standard certification for their sustainable practices in January this year.
Lastly, the province is known for its cultural diversity, home to 12 ethnic minorities including the Khmu, Akha, Hmong, Lowland Lao, and Tai Lue. Each group preserves its own language, cultural heritage, and lifestyle.
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Vietnam President To Lam Visits Laos, Strengthening 62-Year Cooperation with New Agreements, Initiatives
President of Vietnam, To Lam, visited Laos on 11-12 July, receiving a warm welcome from President of Laos, Thongloun Sisoulith.
The visit aimed to enhance a robust relationship between the two nations, celebrating 62 years of cooperation. The two presidents signed seven agreements at the National Assembly In Vientiane to continue the development of economic, business, and inter-governmental relations.
Laos and Vietnam trade amounted to USD 476.8 million in the first quarter of 2024, marking a 12 percent increase compared to the previous year, making Vietnam one of the top three foreign investors in Laos. Vietnam has invested in 245 projects in Laos, totaling USD 5.5 billion.
Additionally, the two leaders launched the citizen and ID database project during a ceremony attended by high-ranking delegates. President To Lam also provided 20 Vinfast cars to assist Laos in hosting the ASEAN Chairmanship 2024.
On the same day in the morning, the president of Vietnam, To Lam laid a wreath at the Unknown Soldier Monument in Vientiane to show respect to soldiers who passed away with sacrifice. The two sides also discussed and exchanged their countries’ economic perspectives and international issues.
President Lam paid a visit to Sinlavong Khoutphaythoune, President of the Central Committee of the Lao Front for National Construction (LFNC) in Vientiane to strengthen the cooperation between the Central Committee of the Vietnam Fatherland Front (VFF) and LFNC. He emphasized the importance of the cooperation agreement signed by the two organizations for the period of 2022 to 2026 and encouraged collaboration in various areas such as ethnic affairs and public engagement.
The Vietnamese president also visited former senior leaders of Laos including former Party General Secretaries and Presidents of Laos Choummaly Sayasone and Bounnhang Vorachith as well as former Lao Prime Minister Thongsing Thammavong to express gratitude to the host. He also visited a telecom joint venture in Laos as part of his ongoing visit in Laos.
In the evening, President Thongloun Sisoulith hosted a dinner to welcome President To Lam and his delegation.
Source: https://laotiantimes.com/2024/07/12/vietnam-president-to-lam-visits-laos-strengthening-62-year-cooperation-with-new-agreements-initiatives/
Vientiane Sees Over 20 Percent Surge in Tourist Numbers in First Half of 2024
Vientiane Capital welcomed a total of 674,196 visitors in the first six months of this year, including international and domestic tourists.
This surge in number has resulted in an increase of tourists by 26.31 percent and a 44.02 percent rise in revenue compared to the same period last year, as reported by a state media.
Viengphone Keokhounsee, the head of the Department of the Ministry of Information, Culture, and Tourism in Vientiane Capital, emphasized during a meeting on 9 July that the authorities has been making efforts to boost tourism since the launch of “Visit Laos Year 2024” at the That Luang festival last year.
These efforts consist of improving infrastructures, enhancing tourist service, promoting tourism, and close collaboration with various sectors, including the government and businesses. Viengphone expressed optimism that ongoing developments in the tourism sector will attract an even larger number of tourists in the next half of the year.
As Visit Laos Year 2024 is on the run, the country has seen a substantial rise in tourism numbers across provinces. In the northern Laos, Oudomxay Province saw an increase in tourists to over 113,000 visitors in the first half of 2024 which is higher than the previous year and only attracted 107,000 visitors in the first nine months.
Additionally, in the first three months of this year, Laos welcomed over 1.1 million international tourist arrivals, with top arrivals from Thailand, Vietnam, and China. Laos is targeting to welcome over 4,6 million international visitors and generate estimated revenue of USD 1.3 billion.
Source: https://laotiantimes.com/2024/07/10/vientiane-sees-over-20-percent-surge-in-tourist-numbers-in-first-half-of-2024/
Oudomxay Province Sees Tourism Boom in First Half of 2024
Oudomxay Province experienced a tourism boom in the first half of 2024, attracting over 113,000 visitors and generating more than USD 6.5 million in revenue, as recently revealed by Oudomxay Governor Bounkhong Larchiemphone.
This surge in visitors marks a substantial increase compared to the previous year. According to a report from the Tourism Development Department, in the first nine months of 2023, the province welcomed only 107,000 visitors, comprising both domestic and international tourists.
Oudomxay is often referred to as the “heart of northern Laos” due to its central location among the northern provinces. Tourists can reach this city by airplane, train, or bus.
Governor Bounkhong highlighted the provincial authorities’ efforts over the past six months to improve tourism services.
Another notable achievement includes the Namkat Yora Pa Resort, recently awarded a prestigious 5-star certification. This resort is also home to the Namkat Yora Pa Biodiversity Museum, the first of its kind in Laos and only the third globally.
Additionally, the Charming Lao Hotel and Le Grand Pak Bang Resort earned ASEAN Green Standard certification for their sustainable practices in January this year.
Lastly, the province is known for its cultural diversity, home to 12 ethnic minorities including the Khmu, Akha, Hmong, Lowland Lao, and Tai Lue. Each group preserves its own language, cultural heritage, and lifestyle.
Source: https://laotiantimes.com/2024/07/09/oudomxay-province-sees-tourism-boom-in-first-half-of-2024/