Laos has been chosen to host the 5th International Mountain Tourism Day and conference from 28 May to 1 June in Vientiane capital and Luang Prabang.
Deputy Minister of Information, Culture, and Tourism, Mr. Ounthuang Khaophanh, met with a representative of China’s International Mountain Tourism Alliance on Thursday to discuss and prepare for the event.
Mr. Khaophanh welcomed the event and praised the Alliance for choosing Laos as the venue. He said that Laos has great potential for mountain tourism and that the event will provide a good opportunity to enhance tourism cooperation and showcase the country’s potential.
The event will feature a variety of activities, including a conference, exhibitions, and cultural performances. It is expected to attract over 1,000 participants from around the world.
The Ministry’s technical department will cooperate with the International Mountain Tourism Alliance to jointly implement the event. Laos will also invite foreign embassies in Laos, government departments, business operators, and the media to participate.
The International Mountain Tourism Alliance (IMTA) is a non-profit organization that was founded in 2017 by the governments of China, France, and Switzerland. The goal of IMTA is to promote sustainable mountain tourism and to protect mountain ecosystems.
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Khammouane Province has designated 71 French colonial buildings and houses as historical heritage sites for educational purposes and tourism.
Thakek District, located in Khammouane Province, Laos, is set to become a municipality by 2024, with Deputy Governor Singuan Inthalath announcing the decision on Friday.,
He said that Thakek has significant potential for investment, trade, and tourism.
Thakek is also home to some 71 French colonial-era buildings. Of these, 28 are state-owned and 43 are privately owned.
The old French buildings are currently undergoing review to be registered as national heritage. This will help to preserve them for future generations and allow people to learn about Thakek’s history under French colonization.
Thakek’s old French buildings have become one of the key tourist attractions for both locals and foreigners. The declaration of these buildings as heritage sites is expected to bring more tourists, boost tourism, and create jobs in Khammouane Province.
The decision to turn Thakek District into a municipality is a positive step for the development of the area. It will help to attract investment, promote trade, and boost tourism.
The old French buildings are a valuable asset to Thakek and their preservation will help to ensure that the area’s history and culture are preserved for future generations.
The Lao-Thai Railway is expected to start operations this year following the completion of the second phase of the railway construction, according to the developer.
Vientiane Timesreports that the Phase II of the Lao-Thai Railway Construction Project has been completed and it is currently awaiting the finalization of the Thailand-Laos train license agreement before opening it to the public.
“We expect to launch the train service between August and October,” the developer of the project said.
The Lao-Thai Railway started construction in 2019 and was expected to be finished by 2021, but due to some delays, the project is finally completed two years later.
The Lao-Thai Railway and Laos-China Railway are planned parts of a regional rail network that will connect China to Singapore via Laos, Thailand, and Malaysia.
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Laos to Host 5th International Mountain Tourism Day
Laos has been chosen to host the 5th International Mountain Tourism Day and conference from 28 May to 1 June in Vientiane capital and Luang Prabang.
Deputy Minister of Information, Culture, and Tourism, Mr. Ounthuang Khaophanh, met with a representative of China’s International Mountain Tourism Alliance on Thursday to discuss and prepare for the event.
Mr. Khaophanh welcomed the event and praised the Alliance for choosing Laos as the venue. He said that Laos has great potential for mountain tourism and that the event will provide a good opportunity to enhance tourism cooperation and showcase the country’s potential.
The event will feature a variety of activities, including a conference, exhibitions, and cultural performances. It is expected to attract over 1,000 participants from around the world.
The Ministry’s technical department will cooperate with the International Mountain Tourism Alliance to jointly implement the event. Laos will also invite foreign embassies in Laos, government departments, business operators, and the media to participate.
The International Mountain Tourism Alliance (IMTA) is a non-profit organization that was founded in 2017 by the governments of China, France, and Switzerland. The goal of IMTA is to promote sustainable mountain tourism and to protect mountain ecosystems.
source: https://laotiantimes.com/2023/05/15/laos-to-host-5th-international-mountain-tourism-day/
Khammouane Approves 71 French Colonial Buildings as Historical Heritage Sites
Khammouane Province has designated 71 French colonial buildings and houses as historical heritage sites for educational purposes and tourism.
Thakek District, located in Khammouane Province, Laos, is set to become a municipality by 2024, with Deputy Governor Singuan Inthalath announcing the decision on Friday.,
He said that Thakek has significant potential for investment, trade, and tourism.
Thakek is also home to some 71 French colonial-era buildings. Of these, 28 are state-owned and 43 are privately owned.
The old French buildings are currently undergoing review to be registered as national heritage. This will help to preserve them for future generations and allow people to learn about Thakek’s history under French colonization.
Thakek’s old French buildings have become one of the key tourist attractions for both locals and foreigners. The declaration of these buildings as heritage sites is expected to bring more tourists, boost tourism, and create jobs in Khammouane Province.
The decision to turn Thakek District into a municipality is a positive step for the development of the area. It will help to attract investment, promote trade, and boost tourism.
The old French buildings are a valuable asset to Thakek and their preservation will help to ensure that the area’s history and culture are preserved for future generations.
source: https://laotiantimes.com/2023/05/15/khammouane-approves-71-french-colonial-buildings-as-historical-heritage-sites/
Lao-Thai Railway Completes Second Phase of Construction and Ready for Public Use
The Lao-Thai Railway is expected to start operations this year following the completion of the second phase of the railway construction, according to the developer.
Vientiane Times reports that the Phase II of the Lao-Thai Railway Construction Project has been completed and it is currently awaiting the finalization of the Thailand-Laos train license agreement before opening it to the public.
“We expect to launch the train service between August and October,” the developer of the project said.
The extension comprises a 7.5-kilometer railway line from Thanalaeng station at the Thai border to Khamsavath station, costing about THB 900 million, 30% of which is a grant from Thailand’s Neighbouring Countries Economic Development Cooperation Agency (NEDA).
The Lao-Thai Railway started construction in 2019 and was expected to be finished by 2021, but due to some delays, the project is finally completed two years later.
Thai delegations visited the station in January and discussed the feasibility of a China-Laos-Thailand railway link that would help reduce cargo transport costs by 30-50% over the next three to five years.
The Lao-Thai Railway and Laos-China Railway are planned parts of a regional rail network that will connect China to Singapore via Laos, Thailand, and Malaysia.
source: https://laotiantimes.com/2023/05/11/lao-thai-railway-completes-second-phase-of-construction-and-is-ready-for-public-use/