Fuel crisis worsens as Vientiane petrol stations run dry


A fuel crisis has hit Vientiane as importers are unable to purchase supplies. - VT

VIENTIANE (Vientiane Times/Asia News Network): As people across the country grapple with the fallout of a severe fuel crisis, a member the Lao Fuel and Gas Association said on Wednesday that oil supplies purchased by importers are expected to arrive in Laos next week.

The Lao Fuel and Gas Association has called on all concerned parties to help resolve the fuel crisis. The crisis continues to affect people around the country despite several steps taken by the authorities to address it.

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