The Lane Xang EMU train departs from the China-Laos Railway Vientiane station in the Lao capital Vientiane on December 3, 2021. (Photo: Xinhua) Vientiane (VNA) - The Lao National Railway Enterprise (LNRE) and Keretapi Tanah Melayu Bhd (KTMB) – Malaysia’s largest railway company - have recently signed a memorandum of understanding on cooperation in a significant move to bolster their respective railway sectors and enhance regional trade within the Pan-Asian railway initiative, according to the Lao media. Under the terms of the agreement, Laos will open its rail network to KTMB trains, enabling them to operate within its borders. Meanwhile, LNRE trains will also gain access to the Malaysian rail network. In this regard, both parties have committed to strictly adhering to international technical standards for railway operations. This collaboration signifies a notable stride for Laos as it asserts itself as a pivotal player in the Pan-Asian Rail network, following the … [Read more...] about Laos, Malaysia sign agreement on railway cooperation