In a bid to boost tourism and enhance relations, Thailand and Laos have initiated discussions to connect tourism routes and expedite the construction of a second Thai-Lao friendship bridge in Pak Chom district of Loei. The talks took place yesterday between Tawee Sermpakdeekul, the governor of Loei, and Khamphan Sithidampha, the governor of Laos’ Vientiane province, during the 20th Thai-Lao border security meeting at S Vangvieng Boutique Hotel.
The meeting, which included not only Loei’s governor but also his deputy Narong Jeenam, 28th military circle chief Maj Gen Prich Sukantasri, and various officials, centred on tourism promotion, cultural exchanges, and economic, social, and security cooperation.
This move follows the Thai government’s decision to implement a free-visa policy for Chinese visitors, prompting Laos to upgrade its Muen…
