The Investment, Trade and Tourism Cooperation Forum Promoting East–West Economic Corridor Connectivity 2026 in Champasak Province, Lao PDR
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On April 3, 2026, in Pakse City, Champasak Province (Lao PDR), the Consulate General of Viet Nam in Pakse, in coordination with the People’s Committee of Da Nang City (Viet Nam) and the Administration of Champasak Province (Lao PDR), co-organized the Investment, Trade and Tourism Cooperation Forum: Promoting East–West Economic Corridor Connectivity 2026.
Delegates took a group photo at the forum - Photo: LQ
The Forum represents a significant diplomatic and economic cooperation initiative aimed at strengthening regional connectivity and enhancing investment, trade, and tourism linkages along the East–West Economic Corridor (EWEC). It also serves as a platform to support enterprises in market exploration, product promotion, and expansion of exports to Laos and Northeast Thailand.The event attracted nearly 400 delegates, including representatives from ministries and central agencies of both countries; leaders of 12 Vietnamese provinces and cities; authorities from five southern and central provinces of Laos (Champasak, Sekong, Salavan, Attapeu, and Savannakhet); as well as representatives from Ubon Ratchathani Province (Thailand).
Delegates participated in the forum. Photo: LQ
A notable highlight of the Forum was its forward-looking approach, transitioning from basic connectivity to deeper development linkages. The thematic sessions focused not only on showcasing regional potential but also on identifying critical bottlenecks in cross-border cooperation. Key issues such as logistics infrastructure, customs facilitation, and investment environment were comprehensively discussed, with practical and actionable solutions proposed.The Forum reaffirmed the strategic importance of the EWEC as a transnational economic axis connecting Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, and Viet Nam. It continues to play a pivotal role in promoting regional integration, facilitating trade and investment flows, advancing sustainable tourism, and strengthening the longstanding and special friendship between Viet Nam and Lao PDR.
Exhibition of publications and products at the exhibition area - Photo: LQ
Within the framework of the Forum, the Quang Tri Investment, Trade and Tourism Promotion Agency (IPA Quang Tri) actively organized an exhibition and investment promotion space. The Agency introduced key publications, including investment incentive policies, priority project portfolios, and materials showcasing OCOP products and typical local specialties. Tourism promotion materials such as travel guides, brochures, and visual content highlighting Quang Tri’s destinations were also displayed.The exhibition area attracted strong interest from enterprises and investors from Laos and Thailand. IPA Quang Tri also conducted bilateral meetings and networking activities, providing information and facilitating discussions on cooperation opportunities in investment, trade, and tourism between Quang Tri Province and partner localities in Laos and Thailand. In particular, IPA extended invitations to international partners to participate in the Peace Festival 2026, themed “From Memory to the Future – Quang Tri for Peace.”
In parallel, the Consulate General of Viet Nam in Pakse and Champasak Province co-organized the Viet Nam – Laos Trade and Tourism Fair from April 3–5, 2026. The fair featured approximately 60–70 booths from enterprises, showcasing a diverse range of products including OCOP and ODOP items, national brand products, textiles and garments, electronics, household appliances, machinery for agricultural production, handicrafts, consumer goods, and service offerings.