A project was launched in the Lao capital Vientiane on May 21 to upgrade the information system of the Lao Ministry of Industry and Commerce with the help of China.

Over the next 20 months, Chinese engineering and IT companies will upgrade the computer room of the ministry, install a remote video conference system, develop an electronic file system and conduct information technology training for Lao technicians.

Upon completion, the project will provide the Lao Ministry of Industry and Commerce with convenient, fast and easy-to-manage public services, promote information sharing between the central and local governments of Laos, and enhance independent development capabilities in handling information and data in Laos.

Counselor of the Economic and Commercial Office of the Chinese Embassy in Laos Wang Qihui and Laos’ Deputy Industry and Commerce Minister Somchith Inthamith attended the ceremony and cut the ribbon for the launch of the project.