According to the liaison letter from Hekou, China, requesting the temporary closure of the Lao Cai – Hekou international border gate due to heavy rainfall and rising water levels in the Hong and Nam Thi rivers, the Management Board of Lao Cai Province’s Economic Zone has announced an update on the situation at the Lao Cai (Ho Kieu) International Land Border Gate and the No. II International Land Border Gate (Kim Thanh).
Specifically, the suspension of entry and exit procedures for individuals and vehicles through the border gate took effect from 2 pm on September 9th. Once the flood situation improves, both sides will assess and agree on a timeline to resume normal operations.
Temporary suspension of activities at two land border gates in Lao Cai.
For sectors that are members of the border gate management, instructions have been given to guide and facilitate administrative procedures for relevant organizations and individuals.
The Management Board requests that individuals and organizations involved in entry, exit, import, and export procedures be informed and proactively plan their goods transportation accordingly, in line with the agreement on cargo handling between the two sides.
The Devastating Floods in Northern Vietnam: An Urgent Crisis
The Vice Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development has issued a statement regarding the severe flooding in the northern provinces. The official stressed the urgency of the situation, urging local authorities to take proactive and aggressive action to support and safeguard the lives and property of those affected.
The Devastating Loss for Dragon Fruit Farmers: A Mystery Yet to Unfold.
Devastation has struck the farmers of Binh Thuan as their dragon fruit farms have been left in ruins following severe floods. With no entity taking responsibility, the farmers are now facing a bleak future.
“Positioning Lao Cai as the Premier Hub for Trade and Connectivity between Vietnam, ASEAN, China, and Eastern Europe.”
Investing in logistics infrastructure, warehouses, and especially in the Lao Cai Border Gate Economic Zone is key. This facilitates the efficient flow of goods and maximizes the potential of our border trade. With these developments, Lao Cai is poised to become a pivotal hub, connecting Vietnam and ASEAN countries with Southwest China and further afield to Eastern Europe.
