Singapore, Laos sign air accord

Singapore, Laos sign air accord

SINGAPORE (AFP): Singapore and Laos signed an air services agreement here Monday as Laotian Prime Minister Khamtay Siphandone began a four-day visit aimed at promoting bilateral economic ties.

The agreement provides for the flagship carriers of the two countries to operate three flights a week linking Singapore with the Vientiane, officials said. At present there are no flights between the two destinations.

The pact was signed by Laotian Foreign Minister Somsavath Lengsavad and Singapore's second foreign minister, Lim Hng Kiang.

Siphandone, who arrived earlier Monday, was present at the signing ceremony with counterpart Goh Chok Tong after the pair held talks on bilateral ties.