Construction on the 290 billion VND (12.6 million USD) Xieng Vang irrigation project, funded by Vietnam's non-refundable aid, began in Nongbok district, Khammoune province of Laos on April 7.
Vientiane (VNA) – Constructionon the 290 billion VND (12.6 million USD) Xieng Vang irrigation project, funded by Vietnam's non-refundable aid, began in Nongbok district, Khammoune province of Laos on April 7.
Speaking at thegroundbreaking ceremony, Governor of Khammoune province Vanxay Phongxavan, said theproject will makea significant contribution to local socio-economic development,especially in four villages in Nongbok district, which will have water for agricultural production all year round insteadof only in the rainy season as before.
The governor thanked theleaders of the two parties and the Governments of Laos and Vietnam for alwayscaring for and helping the government and people of Khammoune during the past years.
The Xieng Vang irrigation project will supply water for 500 hectares of crops i🍎n four villages, including XiengVang where President Ho Chi Minh used to live in late 1920s. It is slated for completionin October 2024./.
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At the event. (Photo: VNA) 
