Philippine Ambassador to the Lao PDR, H.E. Deena Joy Amatong, traveled to Luang Namtha Province from 14-16 December 2023 to meet with provincial officials and to explore business opportunities.
The Ambassador called on Governor Viengsavath Siphandone who talked about the three economic sectors of the province: green agriculture, tourism, and logistics. As a token, the Governor gave the Ambassador a framed painting featuring the seventeen official ethnic groups of Luang Namtha, one of the most culturally diverse provinces in the Lao PDR.
The Ambassador also met with Vice Governor Onchan Khamphavong who handles the economic portfolio of the province.
As part of her official travel and in support of Visit Laos Year 2024, the Ambassador did the Luang Namtha Valley Route which includes the Luang Namtha Museum, the Phieng Ngam Handicraft Center and the Nam Dee Waterfall, among others.