A Chinese state-owned company is suing the national power utility of Laos for $555 million in unpaid fees from a hydropower project, according to an arbitration filing reviewed by Reuters.

The China-Laos Railway has handled more than 48.6 million passenger trips and 54 million tons of goods as of February since its launch on December 3, 2021, highlighting its role in enhancing the regional connectivity,

The China-Laos Railway has transported over 48.6 million passengers and 54 million tons of goods as of February, following its launch on December 3, 2021. Its

Indonesia launched Southeast Asia’s first high-speed railway in October 2023, after years of delays. The US$7 billion China-backed project links the capital Jakarta to the city of Bandung in 45 minutes, slashing the journey by about two hours.

Cai Qi, a member of the Standing Committee of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China

Pakistan Ambassador to China, Khalil Hashmi met with Ambassador Somphone Sichaleune of Laos who called on him here at Pakistan Embassy,