In a major push to modernise its tourism sector, the Xieng Khuang Provincial Department of Culture and Tourism, in collaboration with the Ministry of Culture and Tourism, hosted a key dissemination seminar in late August 2026.

The high-level meeting marked the official rollout of a new digital database, software, and modern ticketing system designed to streamline site access across the province.

Chaired by Mr Sivone Onlavong, Head of the Provincial Department of Culture and Tourism, alongside Mr Boudsadee Kanthavong, Deputy Director-General of the Tourism Development Department, the event brought together local district leaders, tourism officials from five districts, tour operators, resort managers, and government personnel.

Opening the seminar, Mr Boudsadee emphasised that the initiative forms a core part of the government's wider strategy to modernise the collection of revenues, fees, and service charges, ensuring that tourism funds are systematically channelled into the national budget.

During the proceedings, Mr Sorsisoulin Bounyatham, Head of the Tourism Division, presented an overview of Xieng Khuang's current tourism landscape. This was followed by a project implementation report delivered by Mr Sipha Chanthavong, Deputy Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, highlighting milestones achieved thus far and outlining future objectives.

Technical teams also led presentations and demonstrations of the new digital ticketing system, illustrating how stakeholders can seamlessly integrate the software into daily operations. The session concluded with an open forum, allowing attendees to address technical queries and discuss best practices to ensure the system's successful, long-term deployment.

KPL