China-Laos tourist train departs Guiyang to explore Laos

A 'Panda Train' is seen in Guiyang, capital of southwest Chi-na’s Guizhou Province, on May 7, 2024. - Xinhua

VIENTIANE: A “Panda Train” set off from Guiyang, the capital of southwest China’s Guizhou Province, on Wednesday (May 8) on a journey heading south to Vientiane, marking an important step in enhancing tourism and cultural links between the two countries, Chinese media reported.

Decorated with images, paintings and mascots of the panda, the “Panda Train” will travel from the Chinese city through Xishuangbanna to Laos.