CHANGZHOU, China, Dec. 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Since November, the Changzhou Municipal Committee Publicity Department, in concert with other city agencies, has launched a Reading the City series of public cultural activities, inviting residents and visitors to engage with Changzhou’s history and urban identity. Under the theme “Tracing City Roots • Exploring Changzhou,” the program features a range of offerings, including a citywide cultural exploration plan, a City Reading Ambassador initiative, and six themed bus routes designed to connect participants with key cultural sites.
Changzhou’s approach focuses on five cultural themes—architecture, place names, long-established local brands, books, and visual media—each offering a different way of understanding the city’s past and present. “Changzhou in Architecture” brings together guided city walks, sketching sessions at historic buildings, and augmented-reality garden tours. “Changzhou in Place Names” features talks and curated cultural routes that trace the historical origins of traditional street and district names. “Changzhou in Historic Brands” highlights long-standing local businesses through themed markets and curated shop visits, presenting traditional brands in contemporary settings. “Changzhou in Books” draws on the Dongpo Culture Alliance and writer residency programs to highlight the city’s literary heritage, while “Changzhou in Light & Shadow” uses public film screenings and digital art exhibitions to explore how the city has been represented visually over time.
As part of the program, participants can travel on six dedicated “Reading the City” bus routes—Cultural Roots, Artisan Heritage, Canal Charm, Rural Beauty, Yangtze River Views, and Industrial Legacy—each linking neighborhoods, landmarks, and cultural venues. To encourage broader public participation, the program also provides a range of everyday perks, from public transit incentives to cinema tickets, book promotions, and in-store offers. By combining cultural programming with everyday activities, the initiative encourages people to experience Changzhou firsthand and develop a deeper connection with the city through exploration, observation, and participation.
Themed bus for the Changzhou Reading the City series of public cultural activities
LIANYUNGANG, China, Dec. 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Defined by the interplay of mountains and sea, Lianyungang has long drawn meaning from its geography. From the mythic landscapes associated with Journey to the West to its position as the eastern terminus of the New Eurasian Land Bridge, the city occupies a distinctive place in China’s cultural and historical imagination.
Since August 2025, the Publicity Department of the Lianyungang Municipal Committee has introduced the Reading the City initiative—an urban culture program that explores architecture, place names, and long-established local brands. The series invites residents and visitors alike to engage with the city’s history and identity through its built environment and everyday landmarks.
The Mountain’s Tale
Huaguo Mountain, widely regarded as the cultural source of Journey to the West, is closely associated with themes of exploration, resilience, and ingenuity. In recent years, Lianyungang has developed immersive visitor sites such as the Water Curtain Cave and the Seventy-Two Caves, allowing literary references to be experienced as physical spaces. Nearby, Eastern Han Dynasty cliff carvings at Kongwang Mountain offer a more understated counterpoint, pointing to the city’s long-standing role as a crossroads of belief, art, and exchange.
The Sea’s Chronicle
Along Lianyungang’s coastline, curved bays and protected wetlands form an important stopover for migratory birds, highlighting the region’s ecological significance. Historically, the city has served as a key junction between land and maritime routes—from early Silk Road networks to modern rail corridors—leaving behind a layered maritime legacy. Today, the Port of Lianyungang maintains shipping connections with nearly 1,000 ports in more than 160 countries and regions, linking historic patterns of exchange with contemporary trade under the framework of the Belt and Road Initiative.
A promotional video for Lianyungang’s Reading the City initiative.
SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 December 2025 – Zenith Yacht Charters, a private yacht charter in Singapore, is proud to announce the launch of ZenithYachtingAsia.com. This is a new division dedicated to the buying and selling of both new and second-hand yachts across the region, officially announced on 1st November 2025.
Zenith Yacht Charters Expands Into Yacht Brokerage With New Platform Zenith Yachting Asia
A Dedicated Platform Connecting Asian Yacht Buyers and Sellers to Global Markets ZenithYachtingAsia.com was established in response to the difficulties that many sellers face when trying to connect with qualified buyers for high-value vessels.
“Selecting the right yacht is a substantial long-term decision, requiring careful consideration of suitability, upkeep, and financial responsibilities,” said Mr Dave Cai, CEO of Zenith Yacht Charters. “When these factors are not aligned from the outset, the process of reselling or transitioning can become considerably more complex and costly.”
Not only that, but the platform also bridges persistent connectivity and communication barriers between Asian buyers and sellers and the wider global market. By offering an integrated platform focused on accessibility and ease of use, ZenithYachtingAsia.com enables users to browse, list, and evaluate an extensive Asian-wide selection of yachts. The listings include established international brands such as Azimut, Pershing, Sunseeker, and Horizon, alongside selected China-built yachts that have been assessed for reliability and maintenance standards. Through this, the company intends to streamline the full brokerage experience, ensuring that both first-time and experienced yacht owners receive clear guidance throughout the process.
Comprehensive Inspection, Vetting, and Consultation Services To further support transparency and informed decision-making, the division incorporates structured processes for both yacht sellers and buyers. Sellers will receive a detailed fact-finding session, complimentary professional photography and videography, and a consultation to help position their vessel strategically at the point of listing. Buyers, on the other hand, may opt for a complimentary consultation that covers essential considerations, including suitability and the financial responsibilities of yacht ownership.
Where required, ZenithYachtingAsia.com can also coordinate professional inspections and quality assessments to confirm valuations and yacht condition. This ensures that sellers list confidently and buyers receive accurate, reliable information before purchase.
Expanding Toward Full-Spectrum Ownership Support Beyond brokerage services, the platform offers a full spectrum of turnkey yachting services. This includes yacht customisation at shipyards, vessel delivery, yacht and crew management in various localities, and charter management for owners seeking to generate income while their vessel is idle. Moreover, sellers are not required to commit exclusively to the platform, allowing them to maintain flexibility while still benefiting from Zenith’s regional reach. These services reflect the company’s ongoing commitment to refining and elevating the overall ownership experience.
“At Zenith, we believe progress is the only way to meet ever-changing customers’ requirements and needs. Hence, we are always improving, refining, increasing and enhancing our offerings in elevating yacht ownership experience and ensuring clients receive the most comprehensive, top-tier support throughout their yachting journey,” shared Mr Cai.
For more information, visit ZenithYachtingAsia.com today. Hashtag: #ZenithYachtCharters #YachtBrokerage #BuyandSellYacht
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About Zenith Yacht Charters
Since 2017, Zenith Yacht Charters has provided customised luxury yacht charter experiences in Singapore and the region, offering access to an extensive fleet of over 180 yachts for recreational events, tours, and private bookings. The company focuses on creating seamless, memorable on-water experiences through a combination of diverse vessel options and customer-oriented services.
CHERAS, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 December 2025 – Columbia Asia Hospital Cheras (CAH Cheras) is entering a landmark year, celebrating its 15th anniversary alongside Columbia Asia Malaysia’s 30th year of operations. This is followed by another major achievement: winning the Silver Award for Best Use of Content at the MPRA 2025 Awards for its impactful Sakit Apa Hari Ini (SAHI) episode, “Ears Wide Shut.”
Regional Chief Executive Officer, Engku Marina Engku Hatim (middle) accepting the Award for Columbia Asia Hospital Cheras
Produced under the hospital’s flagship health education program, the episode was released on 26 June 2025 and featured SAHI host and social media influencer Dr Malar Santhi and ENT specialist Dr Hazmi Mohamed. It highlighted risks such as tinnitus, hearing loss and ear infections while promoting preventive habits like the 60-60 Rule (using headphones/earphones for no more than 60 minutes at a time at 60 per cent volume). Its conversational and empathetic format sparked exceptional engagement:
1.5 million views on TikTok
54,000+ likes and 1,000+ comments.
154,000 views and 4,000+ shares on Instagram
1.9 million views and more than 9,000 interactions on Facebook
Over 65,000 forwards across all platforms
The public discussion was profound, with parents debating their children’s listening habits, youths admitting to using earbuds as social coping tools, and individuals with early hearing damage urging others to act early. “This Silver Award is more than just a recognition of content excellence, it reflects our commitment to educating the public and delivering healthcare that is accessible, modern, and deeply human,” said Columbia Asia (Region 1) Regional CEO Puan Engku Marina Engku Hatim. “As we celebrate 30 years in Malaysia and 15 years in Cheras, our mission remains unchanged: to be right here for our community, every step of the way,” she added.
The hospital previously earned Gold for Best Use of social media and Silver for Healthcare at last year’s MPRA Awards, marking consecutive years of strong industry recognition.
Since opening in February 2011, CAH Cheras has grown into one of the region’s most trusted neighborhood hospitals. Over the past 15 years, it has cared for more than 1.3 million patients, delivering accessible, modern, and community-focused healthcare.
The hospital’s COO Sean Yoong added: “The expansion marks a transformative chapter for Cheras. With more beds, more specialists, and more advanced services, we are preparing for the next decade of healthcare demands. This aligns perfectly with our culture of innovation, seen in initiatives like SAHI, which enable us to communicate health messages in meaningful ways.”
In response to rising healthcare demands in the Klang Valley, CAH Cheras has undergone a major expansion scheduled to launch officially in 2026. The development will increase the hospital’s capacity from 78 beds to 180 beds, expand its medical team to 80 consultants, and introduce new specialties such as Neurosurgery, Nephrology and Advanced Endoscopic Surgery.
The expansion spans 40,000 sq ft across two interconnected buildings, significantly improving patient flow, service capacity and the hospital’s readiness for complex cases.
As Columbia Asia Hospital Cheras approaches its 15th anniversary and prepares to launch its expanded facilities in 2026, the hospital reaffirms its dedication to the Cheras and Klang Valley communities.
“This award is just the spark,” said Puan Engku Marina. “The real story is what comes next, better facilities, more specialists, expanded capabilities and a deeper commitment to the 1.3 million patients who have trusted us. We step into 2026 with bigger and more connected than ever.”Hashtag: #ColumbiaAsiaHospitalCheras #RightHereForYou #MalaysiaPRAwards2025 #PRCA #HealthcareExcellence #TeamCheras #CommunityCare #HospitalCommunications #AwardWinningTeam #LebihLuas
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About Columbia Asia Hospital Cheras
Columbia Asia Hospital Cheras is a private hospital located in Cheras Selatan, Selangor, near the Kuala Lumpur border. Since opening in 2011, the hospital has been providing healthcare services to communities across Cheras and surrounding areas, including Balakong, Seri Kembangan, Serdang, Putrajaya, Cyberjaya and Kajang. To meet the growing demand for quality private healthcare, the hospital is undergoing a major expansion with a new four-storey block and additional basement levels, scheduled for completion in 2026. The expansion will increase capacity from 78 to 180 beds and expand outpatient services to 37 clinics.
Columbia Asia Hospital Cheras offers a comprehensive range of medical specialties including Cardiology, Obstetrics & Gynecology, Pediatrics, Orthopedics, General Surgery, Internal Medicine, Ophthalmology, Urology and Radiology, supported by modern facilities such as a 24-hour Accident & Emergency Department, Catheterization Lab, 128-slice CT scanner and 1.5 Tesla MRI.
New specialties including Gyne-Oncology, Maternal-Fetal Medicine, Orthopedic Trauma, Breast & Endocrine Surgery and Pediatric Neurology will be introduced, alongside enhanced surgical, ICU, wellness screening and dialysis services. Through this expansion, the hospital reaffirms its commitment to delivering accessible, high-quality healthcare to families in Selangor and Kuala Lumpur.
About Columbia Asia
For 30 years, Columbia Asia Group of hospitals has been at the forefront of quality healthcare in the private healthcare industry. Established in 1996, it has evolved from its first hospital in Shah Alam to its latest in Penang, to date. As an international healthcare provider, its services span across 19 hospitals in the region; 13 in Malaysia, five in Indonesia, and one in Vietnam. Through the years, the company strategy has always been about making private healthcare accessible to all, hence its hospitals are strategically located in densely populated areas. Under the umbrella of private healthcare company, Asia OneHealthcare, the Columbia Asia group has expanded its reach to bring not just world-class, but also effective healthcare, closer to home.
Through the years, Columbia Asia’s emphasis has consistently been about early detection of diseases. This is carried out by way of advanced technology for precise diagnostics, resulting in minimally invasive procedures. To fulfil the typical healthcare needs of communities, Columbia Asia offers core disciplines such as obstetrics & gynecology, pediatrics, and general surgery. Today, it also provides tertiary healthcare addressing more complex fields of medicine such as neurosurgery, cardiac disease treatments, and integrated cancer care.
As it approaches a new decade, Columbia Asia continues to expand; adopting cutting-edge technology to meet the ever-increasing needs of today’s discerning customers. Upholding strict clinical governance, medical ethics and acknowledged by the Malaysian Society for Quality in Health, Columbia Asia continues to deliver excellent patient outcomes in a safe and trusted environment.
Columbia Asia. Right Here For You.
About Asia OneHealthcare
Asia OneHealthcare (A1Health) is a leading healthcare provider in the region, uniting 32 hospitals across Malaysia, Vietnam, and Indonesia under one brand. Formed by the integration of CAH Medical Centres (formerly Ramsay Sime Darby Health Care), Columbia Asia Hospitals, and five esteemed super-specialty hospitals including ALTY Orthopaedic Hospital, Beacon Hospital, CVSKL, Hospital Picaso, and Northern Heart Hospital Penang, we are setting new standards in medical excellence.
With 23 hospitals in Malaysia, 8 in Indonesia, and 1 in Vietnam, A1Health offers a comprehensive range of secondary to quaternary and super-specialty services. Our facilities, with over 4,000 beds, are dedicated to personalised care.
We leverage the collective expertise and advanced technologies of our network to provide the latest in healthcare, delivered by highly skilled professionals. Our mission is to achieve the best outcomes in the most accessible, effective, efficient, and caring environment. Upholding our tagline, “Right Here For You,” we are committed to offering compassionate, expert care to every patient.
– Opening in April with a special exhibition based on its contemporary art collection, offering a broad survey of Korean and international visual culture
– September will anticipate the first solo exhibition of American artist Jonas Wood in Asia
SEOUL, South Korea, Dec. 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Amorepacific Museum of Art (Director: Seungchang Jeon) will present two major contemporary art exhibitions in 2026: a special exhibition from its contemporary art collection and a solo exhibition of the acclaimed American artist Jonas Wood.
Opening in April, APMA, CHAPTER FIVE – FROM THE APMA COLLECTION brings together a broad spectrum of contemporary art with special emphasis on the key trajectories and shifts within Korean contemporary art. Featuring approximately 50 works by over 40 artists—including David Hockney, Rose Wylie, Kiki Smith, Gala Porras-Kim, Nam June Paik, Lee Bul, Lee Ufan, and Koo Bohnchang—the exhibition offers paintings, photographs, sculptures, and installations that provide a comprehensive overview of the museum’s contemporary art collection.
In September, the museum will unveil the first institutional survey in Asia of Los Angeles–based artist Jonas Wood (b. 1977). Wood is widely recognized for his bold use of color, flattened perspectives, and densely patterned surfaces. Working from personal photographs, family archives, found images, and his own surroundings, he transforms familiar subjects into compositions that are at once intimate and psychologically charged. The exhibition traces key themes that have shaped Wood’s world, presenting approximately fifty paintings and thirty works on paper spanning more than two decades of his career.
Through these two contemporary art exhibitions, Amorepacific Museum of Art offers audiences an opportunity to experience the richness and diversity of today’s art. A range of on-site programs designed to deepen engagement with the exhibitions will be announced via the museum’s website and Instagram.
SEOUL, South Korea, Dec. 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — S&E Company, a South Korea–based agritech innovator, announced that it is accelerating the global expansion of its AI-driven agricultural data analytics and B2B pre-trading platform, B•good, with Vietnam positioned as a key market in its Southeast Asia strategy.
As climate volatility and market uncertainty continue to challenge agricultural supply chains, S&E Company is focusing on data-driven solutions that enable more predictable, transparent, and efficient trading. Through B•good, the company integrates artificial intelligence–based price and yield forecasting with a digital marketplace that connects producers and institutional buyers before harvest.
B•good’s pre-trading model allows farmers to secure sales channels and target prices in advance, while food companies, retailers, and distributors can optimize procurement planning, reduce inventory risks, and minimize food waste. The platform also offers a structured trading mechanism for imperfect or non-standard produce, unlocking new value from agricultural products that are often discarded or heavily discounted in traditional markets.
At the core of B•good is S&E Company’s proprietary analytics engine, which aggregates and analyzes large volumes of data from production sites, wholesale markets, and distribution channels. These insights are delivered through decision-support tools that enable contract farming, collaborative purchasing, and data-driven marketing strategies for farmers, local governments, and corporate partners.
Internationally, S&E Company is placing particular emphasis on Vietnam, where agricultural production plays a central role in the economy and where demand for digital transformation is rapidly growing. The company is collaborating with local partners to digitize production data for major fruits and vegetables and to apply AI-based forecasting models tailored to local growing conditions. These initiatives are designed to support smarter production planning, reduce market risk, and improve income stability for producers.
“Vietnam is an important agricultural hub in Southeast Asia, but producers face increasing uncertainty from climate change and price volatility,” said SeHun Chang, CEO of S&E Company. “By applying AI-driven forecasting and pre-trading models to local production data, we aim to help Vietnamese farmers and agribusinesses make more informed decisions and build a more resilient agricultural ecosystem.”
S&E Company’s Vietnam initiatives also form the foundation for a scalable, cross-border agricultural data platform that can support regional trade and supply chain optimization across Southeast Asia.
S&E Company’s global expansion is supported by an overseas expansion assistance program operated by Korea’s Ministry of Science and ICT and the National IT Industry Promotion Agency. Through this program, S&E Company is strengthening its international partnerships and accelerating the global deployment of its data-driven agrifood solutions.
Featuring innovative projects built with Agent Workbench by participants from Japan and Korea, the competition championed the convergence of agentic AI and low-code.
SEOUL, South Korea, Dec. 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — OutSystems, the leading AI-powered low-code development platform, today announced the winners of its “AI Agent Hackathon 2025,” unveiled at an award ceremony on Friday, December 19, in Roppongi, Tokyo.
Held from November 1 to 30, the hackathon aimed to empower participants to create the future with AI powered low-code by developing AI agents capable of autonomous reasoning and action to support and augment human work. Participants from 21 companies from Japan and Korea competed to build innovative agentic applications using Agent Workbench.
OutSystems AI Agent Hackathon 2025
“A future where AI agents support daily operations and business processes is within reach,” said Tomohiro Mieno, Northeast Asia Regional Vice President and OutSystems Japan Representative Director. “This hackathon demonstrated that anyone can rapidly build impactful, agent-powered applications using Agent Workbench, marking a key step towards the agentic future of businesses. The creativity and technical excellence displayed by all participants further highlights the expanding possibilities of development in the AI era. OutSystems is committed to accelerating innovation hand-in-hand with the developer community.”
Participants were evaluated against judging criteria covering the effective use of AI and Agent Workbench, clarity of problem-solving approach, implementation quality and reproducibility, and overall business impact. The winning teams include:
ODC Enterprise License Division
1st Place: Hanwha Systems Co., Ltd./ Team: NeoNova (A team that rapidly creates new value by leveraging AI and low-code) – (Korea) Title: Building Accessibility-Centric Intelligent Services for a World Where Even Digitally Disadvantaged Users Can Easily Access Services (Welli) Overview: A voice-based AI life-support app designed for seniors facing digital access barriers.
2nd Place: Mitsui Knowledge Industry Co., Ltd. (MKI)/ Team: AI Hajimemashita Title:Ibemaru-kun – An AI Agent That Serves as the “Right-Hand Assistant” for Event Planning Overview: An agentic AI tool automating internal event planning tasks.
3rd Place: LY Corporation/ Team: LINE Yahoo Title: Meeting Brush-Up – Measuring and Eliminating Wasteful Meetings Overview: App for improving meeting quality by identifying and reducing inefficiencies.
“We are truly honored to have received first place in the Enterprise category,” said 김태우 of Hanwha Systems Co., Ltd.. “This hackathon was a highly meaningful experience, as it allowed us to seamlessly experience everything from application development to AI within a single platform, OutSystems, and helped us realize that AI is not a threat, but a powerful tool that developers can leverage more effectively. We would like to sincerely thank everyone at our company who supported us throughout the hackathon, as well as all the team members who worked tirelessly until the very end. We look forward to continuing to achieve even more together through building systems with OutSystems in the future.”
ODC Personal Edition Division
1st Place: DX PlanBuilders Title: AI solution for supporting DX initiative planning, powered by Agent Workbench Overview: An application that uses AI to support analysis and planning in the DX initiative phase, enabling the democratization of development planning and reducing the workload of IT departments.
3rd Place: Yu Ochiai Title: OutSystems 11 Review application “OutReview” Overview: An AI assistant for reviewing OutSystems 11 applications
MVP Award
Chung Jae Young (Korea), Asia Information System CO., LTD Title: Hanamo Overview: A mobility safety support application for people with visual impairments Comment from the winner:
“I am deeply humbled to have received the MVP Award. By leveraging OutSystems’ AI-powered low-code platform, I was able to rapidly turn my ideas into a deployable, live solution at remarkable speed, deepening both my technical understanding and creative confidence. I intend to build on this experience by applying these new learnings to my future development efforts and pursue even more initiatives that drive meaningful social impact.”
Challenge for the Future Award
Isuzu Motors Limited / Team B36AI（Build 360°× AI） Title: Auto Sales Forecast Adjuster Overview: Sales Forecast Adjustment Application Comment from the team:
“We are very pleased to have been awarded the Citizen Developer Award. With OutSystems’ AI-powered low-code environment, we were able to quickly bring to life a solution that flexibly incorporates business factors, which marks a significant milestone for us. This hackathon has opened our eyes to the potential of involving non-technical users in the application development process. Building on this experience, we plan to expand our usage of OutSystems as one of our core internal development tools to accelerate field-driven DX initiatives.”
The top winners were awarded a special invitation to the OutSystems ONE Conference to be held in Europe next year.
OutSystems is the leading AI-powered low-code development platform trusted by thousands of customers worldwide. The platform empowers CEOs, management teams, and technology leaders to build mission-critical applications and agentic systems that grow revenue, streamline operations, and deliver exactly what businesses need.
While evolving AI pilots into production success can be challenging due to talent gaps, legacy systems, imperfect data, and sprawling point solutions, OutSystems provides a proven low-code platform and AI-driven development experience that enables innovation up to 10x faster with the assurance of built-in security, scalability, and governance.
Recognized as a leader by analysts, IT executives, business leaders, and developers around the world, global brands trust OutSystems to innovate as fast as the evolving market demands and orchestrate powerful human + AI collaboration in the agentic future.
Founded in 2001, the company’s network spans more than 60 million end users, over 500 partners, and active customers in 75+ countries across 20+ industries. Learn more at www.outsystems.com.
A slow boat traveling from Pakbeng to Luang Prabang sank in the Mekong River near Tham Ting (Pak Ou) Cave in Pak Ou district around 3:18 to 3:27 PM on 18 December. (Photo supplies:
Rescue teams have recovered the body of one child who went missing after a slow boat struck underwater rocks near Tham Ting (Pak Ou) Cave in Pak Ou district, Luang Prabang Province, authorities confirmed on 23 December. Search operations are continuing for another missing girl.
The latest development follows the sinking of a slow boat on the Mekong River on 18 December, which was carrying passengers from Pakbeng district in Oudomxay Province to Luang Prabang City. The incident occurred at around 3:45 PM near Tham Ting Cave, a major tourist site north of Luang Prabang.
Authorities previously reported that the boat, registered under license number 0120 and owned by a resident of Hang Yai village in Chomphet district, struck underwater rocks before sinking approximately 20 minutes later. Investigators noted that damaged river buoyage markers, which help guide vessels and indicate hazards, may have contributed to the accident by causing the driver to misjudge the safe channel.
Passengers and Rescue Efforts
A total of 147 people were on board the vessel, including 118 foreign nationals and 29 Lao citizens, comprising 25 passengers and four crew members. A motorbike and multiple pieces of passenger luggage also sank with the boat.
On 22 December, authorities recovered the body of a woman, later identified as Pany Her from Khokaek village in Hongsa district, Xayyabouly Province, near Xanghai village in Pak Ou district. Her two children were reported missing at the time.
In the latest update, rescue teams confirmed that one of the missing children has been found dead, while efforts remain underway to locate the second child.
Officials have not released further details on the child’s identity or the circumstances of the recovery.
Ongoing Investigation
The Ministry of Public Works and Transport officially confirmed that the slow boat sank after hitting underwater rocks near Tham Ting Cave. An internal report dated 19 December, and made public on 22 December, cited damaged navigational markers as a contributing factor.
Survivors previously told The Laotian Times that only a limited number of life jackets were available on board. Several passengers described scenes of panic as water entered the boat, prompting passengers to hand children to nearby rescue boats and jump into the river to escape.
Local authorities in Luang Prabang have continued recovery operations using boats and cranes to retrieve the sunken vessel and remaining belongings. Most passenger luggage was initially reported to have remained on board, though some passengers have since recovered their items.
Officials said search and recovery efforts remain active, while authorities continue to assess safety conditions along the river route and investigate the circumstances surrounding the accident.
Further updates are expected as rescue operations and the investigation continue.
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