Laos-Vietnam Railway project officially approved; new route to elevate trade and tourism between two countries

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VIENTIANE (Laotian Times): A new railway project between Laos and Vietnam is ready to kick off. The train will establish a direct link between the countries and aim to become a primary source of economic and infrastructure development in the region.

The project is part of the Vientiane-Vung Ang railway development plan for 2021–2030, with a vision towards 2050. It is a joint venture between Vietnam’s Deo Ca Group JSC and Petroleum Trading Lao Public Company (PTL) that will be developed under the form of a public-private partnership, Vietnam Plus reported.