Top News Headlines In Laos, Myanmar & Vietnam: June 16, 2025
The fifth 'Lane Xang' high-speed EMU (electric multiple unit) train arrived in Lao from China. It will modernise transport infrastructure and strengthen cross-border links to support the growing demand for passenger services on the Laos-China Railway route.
MYANMAR
1.INCREASING FOREST COVERAGE NATIONWIDE -- THE GLOBAL NEW LIGHT OF MYANMAR
Forest coverage reached 42.15 per cent and the government aims to increase it to 50 per cent. The focus will be on tree growth and the conservation of forests to minimise deforestation. About 20 million saplings will be distributed in this monsoon season.
2.FILM CITY MAJOR CATALYST FOR INDUSTRY -- THE GLOBAL NEW LIGHT OF MYANMAR
The planned Film City Project in Yangon will be either funded by the Myanmar Motion Pictures Organisation's funds, government loans or an adoption of a Public-Private Partnership model. Once completed the project will be a major boost for film production.
VIETNAM
1.ASIAN JUNIOR WRESTLING CHAMPIONSHIP BEGINS -- VIETNAMPLUS
Vietnam will host the U17 and U23 Asian Wrestling Championships 2025 from June 16 to 28. This is the first time Vietnam is hosting a major continental youth-level wrestling championship. More than 100 athletes from about 20 countries will participate.
2.VIETNAM-US TRADE TALKS ON TRACK -- VIETNAMPLUS
The third round of negotiations between Vietnam and the United States regarding the Bilateral Agreement on Reciprocal Trade took place from June 9 to June 12. Negotiators successfully narrowed the gaps in all areas of concern. Future discussions will continue online.
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