Most tourism projects in the country are implemented without conducting comprehensive environmental impact assessments: a conservation expert.
Tag: tourism
Chinese investor gears up to develop Khonphapheng SEZ
“If construction goes ahead as planned, it will be the largest development in the province and in Laos,” says Champasak Provincial Governor Bounthong Divixay.
Saigon’s walking dread
With some of the world’s most cluttered sidewalks and reluctant pedestrians, getting around Saigon by foot can be a drag.
Two steps forward as smart city pioneers
Iniative that promote the country’s advancement in strategic areas such as health and tourism, the environment and the establishment of trading hubs.
Master plan to protect sea
A master plan on the use of Vietnam’s sea is being built by the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment, a necessary move according to experts.
Laos looks to step up from LDC status by ’30
According to U.N. Economic and Social Council’s data from the 2015 triennial review, the GNI per capita of Laos is $1,232 — already close to the graduation threshold of $1,242.
Cambodia’s railways evolving from bamboo to steel
Two stories were just published illustrating some of the challenges Cambodia is facing as it pushes to modernize its railroads
Famous Mekong waterfall makes big splash in the rainy season
It’s low season, but now’s the best time to visit the Tad Kuangsi waterfall nearby the World Heritage Site of Luang Prabang.
Could new China railway put Laos on the tourist map?
A high-speed rail link between Laos and China expected to open in 2022 has poised the country for a game-changing influx of Chinese tourists.
Endangered baby dolphin sightings
There are only an estimated 80 adults left in the Mekong River. According to WWF, two dolphins died and eight births were recorded since January.