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2012 ISSUE 99
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Inside Vientiane’s Morning Market Asean, EU

bus station to be rebuilt
Times Reporters
Chitchalern Construction
Company will rebuild the
Morning Market bus station
in Vientiane so that it can
Eco Plaza Green Lao accommodate the 42 new
opens at Wattay buses being donated by the
airport Japanese government.
Plans for the new bus
page 2 station are still under
discussion among the various
sectors concerned so it is not
yet known when construction
Discover Xienglieb will start, according to the
Cave and follow the
Director of Vientiane State Bus
legend Enterprise Mr Khamphoune
page 21 Temerath.
The new facility will have
eight storeys. The ground
floor will be the bus station, the
second and third floors will be
used for private parking, and
the remaining floors will house
shops and other commercial
outlets, he said. Deputy Director
of the station Mr Bouapha
Phetvixay said the enterprise
will have a 70-year concession
to operate the new building.
“We are looking at two
places that could be chosen as
a temporary bus station once
work gets underway. One
possibility is a plot of land in
the Km 5 area of Chommany
village in Xaysettha district
Lao photojournalists to
put new perspectives Businesses urged to observe minimum wage rule
on display Times Reporters
page 22
Workers’ rights protection
authorities have announced
they will invite businesses
with pay-related concerns to
the discussion table in order to
mediate disputes.
Although businesses have
raised the minimum wage
they pay their employees in
line with the government’s
CAMCE to make decision announced in
Vientiane a new world January, many workplaces
page B are cutting supporting
allowances, which officials
The existing bus station near the Morning Market in central Vientiane.
and another is near the former
Northern Bus Station in
Nakham village, Sikhottabong
district.”
The new Northern Bus
StationislocatedinDongnathong
village, Sikhottabong district.
The Morning Market
terminal is heavily used by
people travelling around
Vientiane, so the new facility
will be a welcome change for
say is a ‘misinterpretation’ of
the Prime Ministerial Decree.
Under the government’s
decision, employers are
required to raise the monthly
minimum wage for unskilled
workers from 348,000 kip to
626,000 kip to compensate
them for the higher cost of
living.
“Many businesses have
raised the wage, but have cut
the supporting allowances they
used to pay,” Director General
of the Worker Protection
Department under the
the city’s many bus passengers.
The 42 buses donated by
the Japanese government will
help to ease traffic congestion,
while also reducing carbon
emissions by lowering the
number of motorbikes and cars
on the road as more people opt
to use public transport.
Since 1988, Japan has been
supporting the improvement
of public transport in Laos
Federation of Trade Unions,
Mr Ounkham Bounyaseng,
told the Vientiane Times
yesterday.
“This has been
misinterpreted. The
government’s decision means
that employers are required
to increase the wage they pay
and maintain all supporting
allowances as per usual.”
Between January and
April, workers from 12
businesses submitted petitions
to the federation, asking the
organisation to help mediate
and in 2000 the Japanese
government provided funding
for 56 buses. The Vientiane
Public Transport Enterprise is
responsible for about 60 buses
in the capital.
Traffic jams are increasing
in Vientiane as the size of
the city and its population
increases. However, the
number of people using public
transport remains low.
with their employers.
Misinterpreting the
minimum wage payment and
the refusal to pay supporting
monies to employees who have
lawfully resigned are among
the most common grievances
on the part of employees.
The department has
invited representatives from
some of these enterprises to
the discussion table in order to
seek appropriate solutions.
“We will invite
representatives from the other
Continued page 3
urged to sustain
economic
growth
Times Reporters
Asean and EU nations who
are members of the G20
grouping should jointly
enforce agreements endorsed
at the previous G20 Summit,
including the reform of
financial institutions and other
development issues towards
balanced and sustained
economic growth.
The comment was made
by Deputy Prime Minister and
Minister of Foreign Affairs
Dr Thongloun Sisoulith while
attending the 19th Asean-
EU Ministerial Meeting held
in Seri Begawan, Brunei,
recently.
Dr Thongloun said that
despite signs of recovery in the
global economy, the situation
remained uncertain. This
required joint efforts on the
part of Asean and EU nations
to implement previously
approved agreements, which
were key to sustaining
growth.
During the meeting, Asean
and EU leaders reviewed
the implementation of their
cooperation activities over
the past 35 years. Several
sectors were noted to have
made satisfactory progress,
particularly in trade.
The EU is Asean's second
largest trading partner with
US$208 billion of trade in
goods and services in 2010,
while Asean is the EU’s third
largest trading partner. The
value of EU investment in
Asean has reached US$230
billion.
The two regional blocs are
committed to strengthening
their cooperation in priority
areas agreed upon by the two
sides, according to a press
release from the Ministry of
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The new Central Library under construction at the National University of Laos.
NUOL to have new library in 2013
Phaisythong Chandara
Construction of a new Central
Library at the National
University of Laos is now 60
percent complete and should
be open by the start of 2013.
Central Library Director
Mr Chansy Phuangsouketh
told the Vientiane Times
yesterday that the four storey
building is costing about 8.5
billion kip. The government
is funding the project, and
the work is being undertaken
by the locally-based PPC
Construction Company.
Mr Chansy said the new
library will be the most modern
of its kind in Laos, and will have
a lift and security system. New
facilities includes a staff room,
reading room, photocopy room,
meeting room, workshop, and
research room, with toilets on
each floor.
The library will be open
to teachers, students and
the general public, and will
Man electrocuted at rocket festival
Times Reporters
A man was electrocuted
through a tent pole in
Thoulakhom district, Vientiane
province, on Saturday when
strong winds wreaked havoc
during a rocket festival held in
Bor village.
The incident occurred at
about 3pm as the 20-year-
old man and his friends were
holding tent poles during high
winds.
The tent had been fitted
with electricity cables to power
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crowded. Mr Chansy said
students from other centres of
education are also welcome to
use the new library.
“The library is an important
aspect of education, where the
country’s human resources
are nurtured and developed,”
he said.
The new facility is
expected to open officially in
the 2013-2014 academic year.
Some 700-800 students are
expected to visit it daily, and
as many as 1,000 in the run
up to exams. The old library
could only accommodate 200-
300 students daily.
Online catalogue
programmes can be used
at the library by over 300
students each day, and up to
500 during exam times, the
library reported.
The library opened in
1995 and has more than 60
categories of books, donated
the evening’s entertainment.
The dead man was a
member of a band that had
been invited to perform at the
festival.
According to witnesses,
several other men were
holding the poles but the pole
the deceased was holding
was closer to the electricity
cables.
When the other men noticed
the victim continuing to hold
onto the pole, they realised he
had been electrocuted. After
being pulled away from the
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high-quality English language
books for specialised centres
of education, public libraries,
faculties, colleges and primary
and secondary schools.
The new library will become
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human resources, he added.
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reading habit.
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pole he was taken to hospital
but was pronounced dead on
arrival.
An investigation is now
underway to identify those
responsible for the incident.
Similar cases relating to
the installation of power cables
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Eco Plaza Green Lao opens at
Wattay airport
Times Reporters
A ceremony took place at
Wattay International Airport in
Vientiane on April 27 to open
the Eco Plaza Green Lao.
Eco Plaza Green Lao is a
component of the Lao Pilot
Programme for Narrowing the
Development Gap towards
Asean Integration project,
which is a joint collaboration
between Laos, the Asean
Secretariat and the Japan
International Cooperation
Agency (JICA).
The newly opened facility
will be a place where the project
can provide information and
sell goods produced under
the initiative. These include
souvenirs, handicrafts and
other items that have been
hand made using materials
whose use is environmentally-
friendly, such as dried leaves
and straw.
The project is financially
supported by JICA, while the
Lao People’s Revolutionary
Army denies spray colouring chicks’ feathers
Khonesavanh Latsaphao
Lao Army Production Unit
A in Borikhamxay province
has rejected accusations it has
been spraying the feathers of
small chickens before they are
sold to traders.
The unit’s Lieutenant
Colonel Someboun
Chanthakard told Vientiane
Times on Monday that those
responsible for changing the
appearance of the chickens’
feathers were traders from
Borikhamxay province and
Vientiane.
Traders spray the small
chickens they buy from
Production Unit A to make
them more attractive to buyers
in markets, he said.
When people are shopping
they often spot the brightly
coloured chicks and are
tempted to buy them as pets
because of their attractive
appearance.
The chicks are sold by
Production Unit A for 2,000
kip each before they are sold
in markets for 5,000 kip each.
Young chickens at the Lao Army Production Unit No. 1.
(From left) Mr Bounthavy Sisouphanthong, Dr Masato Togawa and
Dr Vilayvong Boutdakham attend the opening ceremony.
Youth Union is providing
six young people to staff the
shop.
The opening ceremony
was attended by Deputy
Minister of National
Planning and Investment Mr
Bounthavy Sisouphanthong,
“People buy them
because they think the red,
green and white feathers
are real. But this isn’t true
because the feathers have
been sprayed and the bright
colours will disappear within
two or three weeks,” Lt Col
Someboun said.
He also said the small
chickens the farming unit sells
to traders are not hens but
roosters.
“We don’t sell female
chickens, only males,
because we keep the hens
and sell the eggs they lay,”
he explained.
In one week the Unit
produces 5,000 chicks of
which 50 percent are roosters
that are sold to traders. The
aim of the farm is to provide
more meat for people around
the country, he said.
Young hens should begin
laying eggs after 18 weeks.
However, Mr Phaengmanivong
Nakhonepheng of Meuangmay
village in Bolikhan district,
Borikhamxay province, told
Vientiane Times he has been
Vientiane Times
Secretary of the Central
Committee of the Lao People’s
Revolutionary Youth Union
Dr Vilayvong Boutdakham,
Chief Representative of JICA
to Laos Dr Masato Togawa,
representatives of interested
organisations, and other guests.
feeding his 10 chickens for
almost seven months, but they
still haven’t laid a single egg.
The trader who sold him
the chickens in a Borikhamxay
market told him they would
lay eggs after three months,
he said.
The colour of his 10
previously red, green and white
chickens has now disappeared
and all his chickens are now
white.
According to Production
Unit A, the farm only sells
roosters to traders, but traders
tell prospective purchasers
that the chickens are hens.
The hens reared on the
farm are usually a red colour
while the roosters are normally
white.
Currently, the farm has
8,000 hens producing almost
7,500 eggs each day for
sale in Vientiane as well as
in Borikhamxay and Xieng
Khuang provinces.
Each year Production Unit
A imports chickens from the
Netherlands at a cost of 5
euros each.
Vientiane Times Wednesday May 2, 2012 Home news 3
Health Ministry injects confidence Northern
ahead of ASEM Summit Mekong
Xayxana Leukai or disease outbreaks.

bridges
Unsafe food preparation
The Ministry of Health is fully and unclean water are the main
prepared to tackle any health causes of diarrhoea, cholera,

issues that might arise before
and during the Asia-Europe
Meeting (ASEM) Summit
to be held in Vientiane in
November.
Deputy Minister of Health
Dr Inlavanh Keobounphanh
told Vientiane Times recently
that the ministry will divide
its focus into five areas: health
awareness; epidemiology;
food safety; administration;
and ambulance services and
accident prevention.
“We have encouraged
medical associations at all
levels in Vientiane to realise
the importance of the summit,”
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Dr she said.
Thongloun Sisoulith (left) shakes hands with the newly To ensure disease
appointed Ambassador of India to Laos Mr C. Gururaj Rao prevention and illness, Dr
at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Vientiane on Monday. Inlavanh has advised medical
staff to encourage the public
Dr Inlavanh Keobounphanh.
told medical staff to closely
monitor the situation to
prevent possible outbreaks of
disease along Laos’ borders.
Dr Inlavanh said the main
duty of the ministry and
medical staff was to handle
unexpected emergencies
by providing the proper
treatment.
A committee has set
up a health network, along
with related organisations,
to ensure everything runs
and other intestinal problems.
Medical staff are stressing
that hotels and restaurants
should serve food that does
not contain chemicals such as
borax or formalin. There are
also plans to check the quality
of drinking water and water
used for cooking.
Also, the public is advised
to destroy the breeding
grounds of dengue-carrying
mosquitoes to prevent an
outbreak of the virus.
The Ministry of Health
is expected to spend six
billion kip on summit-related
activities, including the
purchase of ambulances and
scanners for use at Wattay
International Airport.
Health officials hope there
isn’t an outbreak of disease
on track
Ounkham Pimmata
Locals in Xayaboury and
Luang Prabang provinces
are anticipating much more
convenient travel from next
year, when a bridge linking
the two provinces across the
Mekong is set to open.
According to a report from
Deputy Project Manager Mr
Souksi Phanid provided to
the Pathet Lao newspaper
on Monday, the 630 metre
long bridge is now 60 percent
complete. The work is
expected to finish on schedule
in May 2013.
The bridge is part of a road

Asean, EU urged... From page 1

to regularly clean their homes,
eat cooked food, and drink
smoothly during the summit.
For example, major hospitals
around this time, but if there
is, they are fully prepared
construction project linking
the two provinces under the
boiled water. have been given extra beds in to keep the situation under Northern Greater Mekong
Foreign Affairs. London. The ministry has also case of unexpected incidents control. Sub-region Transport Network
The EU is committed to The Lao delegation also met Improvement Project.
assist Asean until 2016 in the
areas of regional integration,
with German Foreign Minister
Dr Guido Westerwelle, who Memorial to commemorate shared The 10.5 metre wide and
45.5 metre high bridge will link
Asean-EU
partnership,
economic
intellectual
said Germany would double
its assistance to Laos in revolutionary history of Laos, Vietnam Thadeua village in Xayaboury
district of Xayaboury province
property, air transport various projects. and Pakkhon village in Nan
integration, and capacity Projects in the areas of Times Reporters and Laos, but will also allow Kaysone Phomvihane. district of Luang Prabang
building regarding statistics poverty reduction and technical the younger generations of “This historic memorial province.
and social cooperation, and vocational projects would A memorial to commemorate the two countries to learn is a symbol of cooperation Construction of the US$9
estimated to be worth more be funded with 18 million joint Lao-Vietnamese about the long history of close to protect the revolutionary million project began in 2009,
than 41 million euros. euros, while infrastructure revolutionary activities is to cooperation between the two legacy of Laos and Vietnam. with 80 percent of the funding
Of this amount, 20 million improvement including rural be built in Son La province, countries. It will be very important provided by a loan from the
euros will be used for two road development would Vietnam. The revolutionary in terms of preserving the Bank of Korea and 20 percent
programmes involving be funded with a further 20 Lao National Assembly memorial will be built memory of past events by the Lao government. The
regional integration and million euros. President Ms Pany Yathortou, on the site of a former for current and future contractor is Ejung C&D
Asean-EU negotiating Dr Thongloun asked the Politburo members of stronghold of Lao and generations concerning the Construction.
mechanisms. German side to assist Laos in the Communist Party of Vietnamese revolutionaries, shared history and special The bridge will ease
The meeting also human resource development, Vietnam and President of where President Kaysone cooperation between our two travel for the people of the two
discussed regional and particularly in the technical the National Assembly of Phomvihane lived from countries,” Ms Pany said. provinces while improving trade
international issues of and vocational sector. Vietnam Mr Nguyen Sinh 1948 to 1950 and devised She added that it and communication, as people
shared interest including Dr Thongloun also met Hung on April 25 attended tactics to drive out the French would allow successive will no longer need to wait for a
the situation in the Middle with Finland’s deputy minister a groundbreaking ceremony colonialists. generations to understand ferry to cross the river.
East, North Africa, Iran of foreign affairs, who told for the memorial along with Speaking at the the revolutionary activities The opening of the
and Afghanistan, as well him Finland would increase other high ranking officials groundbreaking ceremony, and significant achievements bridge will also be a boost
as the global economy, its assistance to Laos to US$5 from Vietnam and Laos. Ms Pany said the construction of President Kaysone for tourism, which is an
food and energy security, million per year, and would Vietnam’s Ministry of of the revolutionary Phomvihane. important source of income
climate change and the provide another US$20 million Culture, Sports and Tourism memorial will enable those According to the website for local people.
environment. for the Mekong cooperation recently issued a certificate to who visit it to appreciate of the radio station Voice of Mr Souksi said construction
The EU informed the programme. approve the project. the longstanding special Vietnam, the memorial will of an access road to the bridge
meeting about the lifting The Lao delegation also The memorial will not solidarity between Laos and be built on a 3,500 square is now 63 percent complete,
of some of its sanctions met with their counterparts only foster closer bilateral Vietnam and reflect on the metre site and will include a thanks to close cooperation
on Myanmar, while Asean from Austria, Romania, relations between Vietnam virtuous deeds of President statue and monument house. between the two provincial
urged the EU to totally lift Sweden and Lithuania, to authorities.
the sanctions imposed on the
country.
enhance their cooperative
relations and inform them Businesses urged... From page 1
Meanwhile, Xayaboury
province recently signed
The leaders also endorsed about the progress of Laos’ a contract with China’s
an Asean-EU action plan for preparations to host the 9th companies for discussions but believed the number The centre functions as Wuchang Shipbuilding
2013- 2017. Asia-Europe Meeting Summit soon,” Mr Ounkham said, would be higher nationwide a bridge to connect people
adding that many of the Industry to build a steel truss
as they have provincial offices wanting to work in other
On the sidelines of the in November. issues have been triggered by bridge to link Xayaboury
throughout Laos. countries with employment
meeting, Dr Thongloun Asean comprises Laos, foreign investors with poor Any workers who feel recruitment agencies, as well and Vientiane provinces at a
held talks with UK Foreign Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, understanding of local labour they have been disadvantaged as providing consultation cost of 4.5 million euros. The
Secretary William Hague, Malaysia, Myanmar, regulations. or denied their rightful to migrant labourers who project is being funded by the
saying that Laos will consider Singapore, Thailand, the An official at the entitlements can call the are exploited overseas, Mr Lao government and a grant
re-opening an embassy in Philippines and Vietnam. department said many issues federation’s hotline numbers Ounkham said. from the Netherlands.
occurred because of the fact on: 021 711547, 021 711531 Those seeking consultation The two ends of the bridge
that business owners and or 020 22915240. with the centre can call 020
Vientiane Times on CD-ROM employees failed to work
out detailed agreements,
In a move to improve the
protection it can offer workers,
54838969.
The federation aims to fully
will connect Nasak village
in Paklai district, Xayaboury
province, and Khokkhaodor
especially in relation to the the federation is training its realise the rights of workers
Issues of Vientiane Times from 2001 to April 2012 refusal to pay supporting members in the provinces to amid the global campaign village in Xanakham district,
allowances to workers register workers and compile to raise workers’ profiles on Vientiane province.
have been recorded on CD-ROM. Now available who resign. “In principle, The company delivered
information about company the occasion of International
at Vientiane Times office. Corner Setthathirath/ workers who resign lawfully employees. Labour Day on May 1. the first section of the bridge
are entitled to receive their In collaboration with Laos has joined the in 2011 and the second will be
Pangkham Roads, Nam Phu, Vientiane. supporting allowance before the International Labour international community to delivered at the end of 2012. It
P.O. Box: 5723, leaving the workplace,” Mr Organisation (ILO) the actively mark this important is hoped construction will be
Ounkham said. federation has also been event with various state completed by April 2013 and
Tel: (856-21) 216364, 217593. Fax: (856-21) 216365 He said the Vientiane operating a migrant worker agencies holding lectures to the bridge will officially open
Email: info@vientianetimes.org.la office of the federation had information centre in promote the rights and interests for public use in December
received 12 dispute petitions Savannakhet province. of workers in the country. 2013.
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Xieng Khuang draws up five-year education plan
Xieng Khuang provincial Education and Sports Department this week released
its strategic plan for 2011-2015, with a strong focus on improving the teaching
standard of maths at primary school level, especially grade 5.
Department officials said the plan was made following poor student results in
the National Best Student Exams for primary school children, held last week in
Vientiane, where Saravan pupils finished third place in maths.
The plan also includes increasing cooperation with development partners and
NGOs to seek funding to develop teachers’ skills through training courses and to
purchase school supplies for areas affected by the floods last year.
The department also stressed the need for authorities and various sectors to work
together to improve the education system.
Mr Khamphan Pheuyavong (centre) and other officials at the close of a 45-day training course in
Vientiane last week. Although the department has received assistance from various agencies in recent
years, it is still short of funds to develop the education system, especially in rural

Govt trains officials in areas.

More assistance is needed to enable schools to train teachers, both locally and in
other provinces.

political ideology Oudomxay to develop cultural families, villages

Times Reporters
The Government Office has
held a training course to
teach its officials more about
political ideology, philosophy,
economics, the science of
socialism, management, and
Party building.
Some 39 officials took part
in the 45-day training course
which began in Vientiane on
February 20 and ended last
week.
The course aimed to
develop the Party and
government’s human
resources in response to the
country’s development needs
in the period 2012-2016.
The training is part
of programmes planned
to build the capacity of
officials who will shoulder
more responsibility in the Development Goals by 2015, Information and Culture Department officials in Oudomxay province recently
Government Office in the Mr Khamphan said. met to discuss the “cultural villages” framework. The designation is part of
future. It also prepares them The Government Office efforts to preserve traditions and address socially undesirable behaviour.
to bring to fruition the four - previously known as the During the meeting participants shared ideas about expanding the benefits and
‘breakthrough’ approaches Prime Minister’s Office - acts
approved at the ninth Party as a secretariat and coordinator addressing the weak points of the framework.
Congress held in March last for the government. Its Participants reviewed the progress of work in 2011, when more than 150 families
year. ambitious goal is to ensure the were certified as “cultural families” and seven villages declared “cultural
Deputy Head of the effectiveness, transparency villages.”
Government Office Mr and advancement of the body. To date Oudomxay has given the designation to over 1,000 families. The
Khamphan Pheuyavong Despite being classified department has also encouraged residents across the province to increase the
urged the trainees to apply as a least developed country, number of designated families and villages.
the lessons and knowledge Laos tries to maintain
acquired during the training economic growth of at least 8
course to their daily work, so percent and ensure that annual Savannakhet farmers harvest dry season rice
they could fulfill their assigned average per capita income
obligations. reaches US$1,700 in 2015. Farmers in many districts of Savannakhet province are harvesting dry season
The effective This will create the rice, with 75-80 percent of more than 1,000 hectares already cut.
implementation of their duties necessary foundations and Farmers around the province have harvested more than 500 hectares of rice and
would help the government to conditions to enable Laos
achieve the seventh five-year to shed its least developed are expecting yields of more than 2,000 tonnes.
National Socio-economic country status by 2020 and However, some areas in Outhoumphone and Mahaxay districts are struggling to
Development Plan and progress firmly towards the harvest due to the after-effects of weather extremes last wet season.
accomplish the Millennium goal of socialism.
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Vacancy Announcement
(Announcement No. 12/30)
Re-advertised

OPEN TO: All interested candidates

Vientiane Times
POSITION: Shipping Clerk (OBO), FSN-6
OPENING DATE: April 20, 2012
CLOSING DATE: May 4, 2012
WORK HOURS: Full-time; 40 hours/week
CONTRACT: Two Years
SALARY: Actual salary will be based on the qualifications of the applicant. Positions available
NOTE: THIS IS A LOCAL POSITION. THE SELECTED CANDIDATE WILL COME UNDER LOCAL LABOR LAW,
AND BE PAID ACCORDING TO THE EMBASSY’S LOCAL COMPENSATION PLAN. ALL ORDINARY RESIDENT
APPLICANTS MUST BE RESIDING IN LAOS AND HAVE THE REQUIRED WORK AND/OR RESIDENCY PERMITS
TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR CONSIDERATION. 1. Secretary (2 positions)
The U.S. Embassy in Vientiane is seeking an individual for the position of Shipping Clerk in OBO. The position is temporary, for
two years.
- Lao nationality, female (aged below 25, single).
BASIC FUNCTION OF POSITION: - Advanced university degree in English (Secretary Diploma required)
The incumbent is responsible for tracking, clearing, and receiving at the Vientiane New Embassy Construction (NEC) Project Site - Good communication in spoken English and writing.
all diplomatic and commercial shipments intended for use on the project. He/she also assists with resolving any customs clearance
issues and overseeing the progress of local utility installation. - Computer skills in Microsoft Word and Excel.
Full position description is available in HR Office.
- Good character and friendly disposition.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
- Able to work overtime if necessary.
1. Education: Completion of Secondary School is required.
2. Prior Work Experience: Two years experience in managing logistics, freight forwarding, and customs clearance for a
major corporation or government entity is required.
3.
4.
Language Proficiency: Level III (good working knowledge) of English and level IV (fluent) Lao.
Knowledge: Must develop knowledge of the Department of State regulations and procedures governing the shipment
2. Finance and accounting (1 position)
of household and personal effects, POV, and other private property, US Embassy Construction Materials, and U.S.
Government property. Must have detailed knowledge of the Lao government’s custom clearance, immigration and border - Lao nationality, aged below 30.
regulations and procedures. Must have knowledge of the abilities, general procedures, and quality of work of local shipping
carriers and transfer companies. Should have knowledge in design and construction practices, preparation of engineering - Advanced university degree in finance and accounting with 1 year
drawings and specification. Must have general knowledge of vehicle operation and safety.
5. Skills and Abilities: Must have a valid Lao driver’s license. Must have good organizational and interpersonal skills. Must
be tactful, yet effective, in dealing with host country customs, immigration, border and other officials, and with officials
experience.
of shipping, packing, and transfer companies, and with US Embassy and other project personnel. Ability to negotiate best
prices and services. Must be a MS Office package and engineering management software user. Ability to review utility - Experience in statistics and planning will be advantage.
construction drawings for code compliance.
- Computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel and Accounting
HOW TO APPLY
Interested applicants for this position must submit the following for the application to be considered:
1. Universal Application for Employment (Form DS-174). Download the form at:
programmes.
http://laos.usembassy.gov/job_opportunities.html
2. Candidates who claim U.S. Veterans preference must provide a copy of their Form DD-214 with their application. - Able to work overtime if necessary.
3. Any other documentation (e.g., essays, certificates, awards, copies of degrees earned) that
addresses the qualification requirements of the position as listed above.

SUBMIT APPLICATION TO
Human Resources Office
All interested candidates are invited to submit an application letter
American Embassy
Rue Bartholonie, That Dam and CV to Vientiane Times office during official working hours until
PO Box 114, Vientiane, Laos
(Hardcopy or e-mail attachments are accepted) May 25, 2012.
POINT OF CONTACT
Telephone: 856-21-267176
Fax: 856-21-267140
E-mail: VientianeHR@state.gov * Vientiane Times corner of Pangkham and Setthathirath Roads,
Interested persons should contact Embassy Human Resources Office for more information. Blank application forms may be picked Vientiane, Lao PDR.
up from the cabinet inside the Embassy entrance.
Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
CLOSING DATE FOR THIS POSITION: May 4, 2012 Tel: 021 216364
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Vientiane Times Wednesday May 2, 2012 Photo news 5

The imposing new Presidential Office in Vientiane takes shape adjacent to the Presidential Students prepare for their exams at the National University of Laos’ central library. Over 300
Palace on Setthathirath Road. --Photos Sisouphan students visit the library every day, with numbers rising to 500 during exam times.

A truck sprays water to keep the dust down during rebuilding of the road from Phontong to
Traders buy cattle from farmers, travelling from one village to another. The animals are destined Nongnieng village in Vientiane. Construction is on track and the road will be finished in time for
for the slaughterhouse to meet the rising demand for beef. the Asia-Europe Meeting Summit in November.

Lao People's Democratic Republic

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT FOR
Assistant to Project Manger Peace Independence Democracy Unity Prosperity
Project Title:
Position Title:
Second National Communication on Climate Change (SNC)
Assistant to Project Manager
Funding: Project number 00048165 Ministry of Health - PR Office supported by Global Fund to Fight AIDS/Tuberculosis
Location: Climate Change Office, DoE, MONRE, Vientiane, Lao PDR and Malaria
Duration of Appointment: 3 months
Expected Starting Date: As soon as possible Request for Quotation of Procurement of
1. Background
UNDP is supporting the Government of Lao PDR to develop both their Second National Communication Office equipment for Centre of Malariology, Parasitology and Entomology
(SNC) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) and the National
Climate Change Strategy for Lao PDR.
2. Overall duties and responsibilities Procurement N°027 .CMPE.GF.Procurement Unit
Overall responsibilities
- The APM will assist the project manager (PM) to run the project on a day-to-day basis on behalf of
the SNC Project Board within the constraints laid down by the Board. The Lao Peoples Democratic Republic has received a grant from Global Fund to Fight
- The APM’s major responsibility is to support WREA and the PM to ensure that the project produces AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria. The Procurement Unit ofCentre of Malariology,
the results specified in the Annual Work Plan (AWP) to the required standard of quality and within
the specified constraints of time and funds. Parasitology and Entomology
Overall project management intend to pay this grant to procure Office equipment by using budget for Round R7/
- Provide assistance and support to the project team, Working Groups, and International Technical
Advisor in the development of project activities. P2/Y4. Act P 44052.
- Provide comprehensive support to the implementation of the project work plan.
Project planning
- Prepare plans on an annual and quarterly basis in close coordination with the PM, technical This Procurement will follow Public procurement procedures for Request of Quotation
working groups, and the UNDP Environment Unit manager / Programme Analyst responsible for
this project. according Procurement Guideline of The Principal Recipient of the Global Fund to
Project monitoring Fight AIDS/Tuberculosis/Malaria in Lao PDR issue on November 2009.
- Plan and engage in project monitoring and evaluation activities, including the identification of
risks, issues and lessons learned on a monthly basis.
Project reporting TheProcurement Unit of Centre of Malariology, Parasitology and Entomologyinvitesall
- Support the PM to report regularly to the national project director (NPD), technical working
groups and the Project Board. suppliers about office equipment to participate in this competition of requested
3. Expected results quotation.
High quality support, advice and substantial technical, administrative and logistical assistance to
the PM. Project implementation on track. Deliverables may include (but are not limited to): required Interested Contractors may obtain further information and receivea complete set of
project reports, work plans, presentations, result based management logs, minutes of meetings and
recommendations. RFQ Documents at the address given below :
4. Qualifications Centre of Malariology, Parasitology and Entomology(Procurement unit)
- A bachelor or master’s degree in Environmental Economics, Policy, Climate Change Science,
Project Management or related social science fields Ban Kualuang, Chanthabuly district, Vientiane
- A minimum of seven (5) years of work experience in strategy formulation and management, and Tel: 856-21 214040, fax: 856-21 216 917, 218 131.
advisory capacity in the area of climate change or related fields.
- Proven professional experience and sound technical knowledge on climate change. Responsibles: MrPhongsavanh MEUANGCHANH (020 56 40 33 68)
- Experience in the development of greenhouse gas inventories, and vulnerability and adaptation Miss Chandaly LATHSABOUT (020 23 34 52 52)
analysis preferred.
- Track record of successful capacity building and institutional strengthening activities with the
public sector. Quotations must be delivered to :Procurement Unit.first floor in Malaria building.
- Experience in externally-funded development projects and working in teams.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and positive attitude towards working with In working time8h30 – 12 h00 and 13h30 – 16h30 every day since advertising date.
national
Detailed job description (TOR) available at: http://www.undplao.org. Close requested quotations on07/05/2012 at 14 h00 .
Please send detailed CV along with a letter of interest by 05 May, 2012 to:
Department of Environment, MONRE Email: min999.mini@gmail.com and inthaboualy@hotmail.com
Telephone/Fax (856 21) 254350, 020-56336662, 020-55629734 Quotation will be opened in the presence of the companies’ representatives who
Female candidates are encouraged to apply choose to attend this meeting.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interview
6 Wednesday May 2, 2012 Vientiane Times

Region
In brief from Asia
News Network
Man arrested for
allegedly organising
terrorist activities
Ha Noi (Viet Nam News)
-- The police have started
prosecution against Nguyen
Quoc Quan for allegedly
organising terrorist activities
to undermine the people’s
government of Viet Nam,
violating article 84 of the
Penal Code.
According to the Ministry of
Security, Quan entered Viet
Nam on April 17 through
Tan Son Nhat International
Airport holding a US
passport under the name
of Richard Nguyen. Initial
investigations revealed he
had schemes to execute
some demonstration and
terrorist activities planned
by the overseas terrorist
organization Viet Tan in
HCM City and some other
provinces and cities during
the anniversaries of the
Liberation of South Viet
Nam and May Day.
China’s young
migrant workers
losing farming skills
BEIJING (China Daily)
-- China’s migrant workers
increased to 250 million
in 2011, with a growing
average monthly income of
2,049 yuan ($304), but most
have abandoned the farming
skills treasured by their
ancestors, Beijing News
reported. Only 10.5 percent
of migrant workers have
received training in farming
knowledge, 26.2 percent
have no farming skills,
while an overwhelming 68.8
percent have never been
trained at all, according to a
report released by China’s
State Statistics Bureau.
Over 200 feared dead
in ferry incident in India
NEW DELHI (Xinhua) --
Over 200 people were feared
dead in a major ferry incident
in the northeast Indian state of
Assam Monday evening, with
103 people confirmed dead
from drowning while over 100
still remained missing after an
over-packed double-decked
steamer with 300 passengers
capsized in the fast flowing
Brahmaputra river amid a
heavy storm.
The Press Trust of India
quoted Indian National Disaster
Relief Force head Alok Jha as
saying the bodies of 103 victims,
including women and children,
were recovered by the Border
Security Force and the National
Disaster Relief Force personnel
near Jaleswar of the Bhubri
district in western Assam.
Dhubri district Police
Deputy commissioner Kumud
Chandra Kalita told the media
about 25 people swam to
safety, while 35 people were
later rescued.
The ferry was crossing
the river from Dhubrighat, a
fishing town, to Medartary in
the south bank of the gigantic
Chauffeur stabbed in
carjacking in Sydney airport
SYDNEY (Xinhua) --
Detectives are continuing to
search for a carjacker who
stabbed a chauffeur at Sydney
Airport, the New South Wales
Police said Tuesday.
Police were alerted after a
chauffeur was stabbed outside
the airport’s domestic terminal
at about 6:30 pm local time on
Monday.
Police said early
investigations suggested a man
stole a rental car but was forced
to abandon it after he crashed it
into a minibus.
The man then attacked a
chauffeur who was sitting in his
car waiting for a passenger at
river when it capsized amid
storm at 16:20 pm local time.
The Indian Army, Navy,
Border Security Force,
National Disaster Force and
police armed with mechanized
boats have launched a massive
rescue operation in the river,
which was forced to suspend
after darkness, bad weather
and strong current made
it impossible to search for
survivors.
Indian President Pratibha
Patil and Prime Minister
Manmohan Singh both
expressed grief over the loss of
life while the Prime Minister
ordered assistance to the Assam
state government for relief and
fund for families of the dead.
Meanwhile, 12 people went
missing Monday also on the
Brahmaputra river in another
boat capsize at Jaleswar amid
the storm, according to media
reports.
Boat capsize takes place
from time to time in India due
to overloading of passengers,
bad condition of the boats or
steamers, and hostile river and
weather conditions.
the airport.
The chauffeur managed to
kick away the man who was
trying to carjack his vehicle but
was stabbed in the leg by the
attacker.
The man fled the airport
after carjacking a silver 2010
Mercedes-Benz E250 sedan
driven by a 57-year-old woman.
The woman was not injured
during the incident, police said.
Police remained at the
airport overnight interviewing
witnesses and continued their
search for the carjacker who
was described as being aged in
his 20s, about 173 centimeters
tall with short brown hair.
The daily minimum wage will rise to Bt300 in 70 more provinces of Thailand from next January.
Rising living costs in Thailand
eat up hike in daily wage
BANGKOK (The Nation)
-- The Labour Ministry will
monitor the cost of living
over the next three months to
determine if any additional
adjustment is needed to the
minimum daily wage.
From April 1, workers in
seven provinces have already
earned at least Bt300 a day
thanks to a significant hike
pushed by the Pheu Thai-led
government and approved by
the Central Wage Committee.
And the daily minimum
wage will soar to Bt300 in
70 other provinces from next
January.
However, a recent survey
suggests workers have not really
benefited from the significant
wage hike because product
prices have also jumped.
“I have already signed an
order instructing provincial
labour chiefs to survey the cost
of living in their respective
provinces within three
months,” permanent secretary
at the Labour Ministry Somkiat
Chayasriwong said. This should
be done within three months.
“In July, we should obtain
information to determine how
to tackle problems relating to
the cost of living.”
The Bank of Thailand said
Tuesday inflation was expected
to be 3.7 percent over the next
12 months, up from 3.5 percent
in February.
However, Somkiat has
sought to downplay growing
criticism that the government
policy to raise the daily
minimum wage had pushed up
the cost of living.
“The main factor behind
the soaring cost of living is the
increasing energy price,” he
said.
Somkiat said when the
energy price rises, the electricity
price, bus fares and transport
costs climb too.
“But on the bright side, the
increased wage has eased the
expense burden on workers,”
he said.
Somkiat said workers
would be suffering more if the
daily minimum wage had not
increased significantly.
He said the move to push
for a Bt300 a day minimum
wage took into account the
fact workers have struggled
with soaring costs in the past.
“Their debt problems have
accumulated over years.”
While the Central Wage
Committee planned to not raise
the daily minimum wage for
two years after the rate reached
Bt300, the committee would
review the plan if needed. “If
the cost of living has drastically
changed, a review is possible,”
he said.
Thailand Development
Research Institute labour-
development research director,
Dr Yongyuth Chalamwong,
said the current wage-hike
policy could endanger many
businesses and make workers
uncomfortable.
The policy, after all, also
involved two years of no wage
hikes afterward.

Vacancy Announcement
S J K Lao Co., Ltd
Our Company
Global Company with Top Priority Placed on our Customers
Vacancy Announcement for Translator and Interpreter  SJK Lao co., Ltd was established in 2011 as a subsidiary of Seoul Alloy Metal Co., Ltd
(SAM) of Korea with a purpose of exploding potential mineral operations here in Lao PDR.
Description:
We are a fast growing multi-national company with significant business interests throughout Now our company is looking for new employees many positions in the following:
the Lao People’s Democratic Republic and are looking for a motivated and multi-skilled
translator and interpreter to join our team.
1. / Accounting staff (01 position) 7. / Translator staff (02 Korean and 02 English)
Education: Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in English Language or related field preferred 2. / General Affairs (01 position) 8. / Marketing, Logistics staff (01 position) male.
3. / Mine staffs (03 Surveys, 01 Drilling, 9. / Quality control staff (05 position)
Experience: 2+ years of experience in English/Lao translation and interpretation 01Mining) male. 10. / Mining processing staff (03 positions) male.
6. / Law staff (01 position) male or female.
Job Responsibilities:
* Translate and/or revise company generated business plans, feasibility studies, PowerPoint Education and Experience :
presentations, and pitchbooks for potential projects and senior management team - Good verbal and written communication skills in both Lao and English.
* Proofread, edit, and revise translated materials - Proficiency in Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, Power Point, Internet, Email….
* Check translations of technical terms and terminology to ensure that they are accurate and - Ability to maintain direction and achieve work objectives with minimal supervision.
remain consistent throughout translation revisions
* Translate oral messages consecutively into specified language, maintaining message All interesting applicants please kindly bring in the following:
content, context, and style as much as possible Cover Letter and CV in English, Certificate of graduation with score in English.
- Copy ID card, Family book and concerned documents in all applications.
Skills:
* Motivated, multi-talented team player A generous salary will be provided based upon experience.
* Fluency in both English and Lao language (oral and written) Only short-listed candidates will be contracted for interview. In order to keep contact,
* Strong presentation and interpersonal skills Please note down your mobile phone number in the application. All applications will be
* Ability to meet deadlines and work well under pressure confidential.
* Previous translating and interpreting experience required
* Previous experience in finance, law, business or related field preferred  Start and Closing date for applications : As soon as possible!
* Ability to work with a wide range of sensitive and confidential issues
* High degree of confidence, intellectual curiosity and a passion to succeed
Vientiane Office 501,503 Alounmai Building. P.O. Box: 8156, Ban Nongbone,
Qualified applicants should submit a letter of interest and Curriculum Vitae to Mr. Jody Jordahl Saysettha District, Vientiane Cap, Lao PDR Phone +856-21 455 073, 020-
at jody.jordahl@sanuminvestment.com. Only short listed candidates will be notified. 95573559 Fax +856-21 455 074 Email: visean.sjklaos@gmail.com
A Member of Seoul Alloy Metal Group
Vientiane Times
UN chief releases report on combating HIV/AIDS
UNITED NATIONS (Xinhua) -- UN
Secretary-General Ban Ki- moon has
issued a report to the UN General
Assembly that gave recommendations
to the international community for
combating the scourge of HIV/AIDS,
including the establishment of new
partnerships and a new approach for
HIV investment.
“In his report he highlights the
urgent need to achieve immediately
tangible results and for the AIDS
response to be smarter, more strategic,
more efficient, and grounded in
human rights,” Eduardo del Buey,
deputy UN spokesman, said at a
daily news briefing here.
The report, titled “United to End
AIDS: Achieving the Targets of the
2011 Political Declaration”, is the
first on the disease to be issued since
the assembly held its 2011 High-
Level Meeting on AIDS and explains
how the international community
could go about meeting the targets
by a 2015 deadline.
Among the targets set by the
international community at the
June 2011 high-level meeting are
the elimination of new HIV/AIDS
infections in children, cutting
sexually transmitted infections by 50
percent, and delivering antiretroviral
therapy to 15 million people.
The report indicated that despite
important steps forward, the
international community is not yet
on track to reach the set goals.
“In his recommendations, the
secretary-general urges countries to
undertake immediate comprehensive
reviews of national, legal and policy
Wednesday May 2, 2012 7
World
frameworks to remove obstacles
to effective and rights- based
responses,” said del Buey, adding “He
also calls for new partnerships and a
new approach for HIV investment to
mobilize necessary resources.”
Del Buey explained that the
report lauds the “substantial gains “
made over the last decade including
“groundbreaking scientific advances
have encouraged leaders to talk about
the end of AIDS.”
However, he noted, punitive
laws, gender inequality, and violence
against women and other human rights
violations continue to undermine
national AIDS responses and declines in
funding have the potential to jeopardize
the capacity to expand access to HIV
services and sustain progress over the A visitor takes photos of the One World Trade Center, which is under construction,
coming years. in New York City, the United States. One World Trade Center has become the tallest
building in New York City, overtaking the height of the Empire State Building.

US to release bin Laden files Protest by Greek public servants

--Photo Xinhua

WASHINGTON (Xinhua) -- A senior White House official

has said the United States will release documents seized
from the compound of al-Qaeda mastermind Osama bin
Laden in Pakistan, on the eve of the anniversary of his
death.
John Brennan, President Barack Obama’s homeland
security and counterterrorism adviser, made the
announcement during a speech at Woodrow Wilson
International Center for Scholars, a Washington thinktank.
Brennan said some of the documents seized at bin
Laden’s compound in Abbottabad, Pakistan, will be
published online by West Point’s Combating Terrorism
Center this week. The documents were never made public
before.
He also gave a preview of what some of the documents
will show, including that bin Laden worried about “the rise
of lower leaders who are not as experienced and this would
lead to the repeat of mistakes.”
Brennan said the documents show al-Qaeda leaders
“continue to struggle to communicate with subordinates
and affiliates,” and bin Laden confessed to “disaster after
disaster,” while urging his leaders to flee the tribal regions
and go to places “away from aircraft photography and
bombardment”.
The documents also show bin Laden considered
changing his organization’s name, as US officials “have
largely stopped using the phrase ‘the war on terror’ in
the context of not wanting to provoke Muslims”. Simply
calling them al-Qaeda, bin Laden said, “ reduces the feeling
of Muslims that we belong to them.”
The Obama administration is trumping up the killing of
bin Laden as the anniversary approaches, and it could be a
campaign asset for the president who is seeking reelection.
to hamper May 6 polls
ATHENS (Xinhua) -- With six days to go before the
snap general elections, Greek labour unions called local
administration employees to join a week-long anti-
austerity protest, threatening to short circuit the polls.
Greece has reduced election spending for the
upcoming contest by about 25 percent compared to the
previous parliamentary elections held on October 2009,
in the context of efforts to cut down on public expenses
to counter an alarming debt crisis, according to Greek
Interior Minister Tassos Giannitsis.
It is estimated that Sunday’s ballots will cost the Greek
state approximately 60 million euros (US$79.38 million).
As a result, bonuses of public servants for extra work
in poll related activities will be slashed by some 40 percent
compared to past years.
Ahead of Tuesday’s traditional nationwide May
1 general strike for labour rights, the union of local
administration personnel called for abstention from any
task linked to the preparation of the polls in protest of the
ongoing austerity measures.
“We will continue resistance to reverse these barbaric
policies that condemn Greeks to poverty, unemployment
and the sell off of public property,” said the labour union’s
statement, referring to harsh salary and pension cuts and
tax hikes introduced to slash deficits.
The interim coalition government of Lucas Papademos
has said there will be no tolerance of any “blackmails,”
reassuring for the smooth holding of the elections that
could determine the country’s future for years to come,
according to local political analysts.
One World Trade Center
tallest building in New York
NEW YORK (Xinhua) -- The One
World Trade Center has become the
tallest building in New York City,
overtaking the height of the Empire
State Building, according to the
Port Authority of New York & New
Jersey.
The placement of a column of the
100th floor brought the colossal new
steel structure of One World Trade
Center tower to a height of 1,271
feet - surpassing the frame of the
Empire State Building, which was
New York’s tallest skyscraper, by 21
feet.
“The New York City skyline
is - once again - stretching to new
heights. The latest progress at the
World Trade Center is a testament to
New Yorkers’ strength and resolve
- and to our belief in a city that is
always reaching upward,” said
Mayor Michael Bloomberg, one day
before the one-year anniversary of
the death of Osama bin Laden.
The building stands just north
of where the “Twin Towers” once
stood, a space which was destroyed
during the September 11 terrorist
attacks and is now occupied by the
National September 11 Memorial
and Museum.
The building is expected to reach
1,776 feet when it is finished by early
2014, making it the tallest building
in the Western Hemisphere and the
third tallest in the world after Burj
Khalifa in the United Arab Emirates
and Makkah Royal Clock Tower
Hotel in Saudi Arabia.
The One World Trade Center
building will have three top-floor
observation decks.
It’s first 90 floors will be
designated for office space, while the
following 10 floors will be reserved
for air conditioning, heating, and
electrical equipment.

Vacancy Announcement
District Focus Survey Manager
Vacancy Annoucement
Handicap International is looking for 1 District Focus Survey Manager for the UXO Program Service Fraternel D’Entraide (SFE) is an NGO developing long-term projects in Laos
based in Sepon, Savannakhet in the area of medical cooperation and rural development. The SFE Tuberculosis
project is supporting the implemenation of the national tuberculosis program in
HI started to work in the UXO sector in Lao PDR in 1996. Since October 2011, HI has been implementing a
new survey approach, the District Focus Approach (DFA). The aim of this pilot project is to define the level Sekong Povince.
of contamination in Lao PDR with its socio-economic impact and design a 10 years clearance plan.
Position Vacant : PROJECT ASSISTANT - TRANSLATOR
Main tasks of the Manager is to:
1. Supervise, coordinate, monitor and manage a team of 12 surveyors (possibility of extension to 24
Situation : SFE office in Sekong
surveyors);
2. Produce annual and monthly work plans; General responsibilities:
3. Produce monthly and quarterly report;
4. Work closely with the partners – National Regulatory Authority, UXO district committee, other NGO
involved in the District Focus Approach; - Providing assistance for project implementation
5. Work closely with the different other projects in the UXO program, with the Technical Adviser and the - Providing translation and interpretation service ( Lao-English or French;
Head of Mission; French or English-Lao )
6. Conduct regular Quality Assurance visits to the field to oversee the activities of the survey teams.
Ensure all activities are being carried out in accordance with the DFA methodology and the organization
- Providing assistance for office management
SOPs;
7. Ensure all activities are being carried out in accordance with the DFA methodology and the organization Skill requirements :
SOPs;
8. Quality Control on all data collection forms;
9. Manage the survey documentation; - Good level of english or french (spoken and written)
- Experience in management for at least two years
Required Qualifications: - Excellent interpersonal communication skill and team work
- High School certificate; - Computer skills
- Excellent skills in management and organization; - Flexibility to work in remote area
- Committed to community development; - Medical knowledge will be an asset
- Good interpersonal and communication skills; - Driven licence for motobike will be an asset
- Be flexible, reliable and trustworthy;
- Knowledge of English (speaking, reading, writing).

Applicants interested have to send application documents to Mr. Vithit Chantasari We invite qualified and interested candidates to submit an application letter describing
Tel : 856 + 20 55671109, email: deputyhom@handicap-international-laos.org HI Vientiane office, Ban
Vongvilay. Office phone: 021 412110. their motivation for the position, a CV containing personal, educational, occupational
fields, skills, if possible a copy of diploma and contact information.
Application documents should include; Application should be submitted as soon as possible or by the closing date of
• Personal profile / CV 25 May 2012.
• Copy of Education Certificate
• Copy of motorbike driving license Send application by email to : laos@sfe-laos.org. Or for more information please
• Copy of ID card and family book contact SFE office in Vientiane at : 021 31 53 98 .
• Copy of Working experience records (if available) Only short listed candidates will be contacted for interview. All applications will be

Deadline: May 15th 2012 kept confidential and will not be returned.
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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
No 011/12
Now is an exciting time to build a career with Phonesack Group, Ltd.
We have a huge range of projects which require driven and
talented people to join our team, to lead and collaborate
innovative ideas. We offer a diverse workforce and attractive
work/life initiatives.
We are urgently seeking the following positions for our
growing team.
1. GOAL EXPLORATION MANAGER – 1 position in Saravan
Qualification required:
• Bachelor of Science in Geology and Exploration;
• At least 10 years of coal industry, experience in mine, resource and
exploration geology with 5 years of Management experience;
• Well qualified with mapping and ore deposit estimation methods and
software. (Experience with MapInfo preferred);
• A strong leader to lead a field Geologist and to manage, develop, support
the exploration geologists.
2. DEPUTY ADMINISTRATIVE MANAGER – 1 position in Saravan
Qualification required:
• Bachelor's degree in business, human resources or liberal arts;
• At least 10 years of supervisory and administrative support experience;
• Ability to lead, motivate and delegate work;
• Managerial, cooperative and supportive skills are necessary;
• Excellent English and Lao written and verbal communication skills;
• Ability to work within deadlines and should achieve the targets;
• Flexible and quick in responding within short notice period;
• Good organizational skills, which are essential for managing every type of
administrative job responsibility.
3. COAL GEOLOGIST – 3 positions in Saravan
Qualification Required:
• Bachelor of Science in Geology or equivalent;
• At least 10 years experience in Geological work;
• Well qualified with mapping and ore deposit estimation methods and software.
(Experience with MapInfo preferred);
• Good organisational skills;
• Computer literacy and ability to analyse numerical and graphical data;
• Good written and verbal communication skills both in Lao and English.
4. SINIOR SOCIAL AND ENVIRONMENT OFFICER – in Vientiane
Qualification required:
• Bachelor Degree in Natural Science;
• At least 10 years experience in an environment sector, mining industry;
• Must be proficient in speaking, writing and understanding both English and
Lao;
• Knowledge of computer systems, internet navigation and various office
applications including Word, Excel;
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team;
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and work under pressure;
• Ability to work in the project sites, if necessary.
5. CIVIL ENGINEER - 1 position in Vientiane
Qualification required:
• Bachelor degree in Civil Engineering or relevant fields;
• At least 10 years of working experience in Civil/Structure Design,
Mechanical and Electrical Engineering along with project experience for
road, industrial, dam and/or Hydro Power Projects;
• Knowledge of standard engineering practices, techniques, and procedures;
• Ability to using other software in Civil Engineering
• Fluency in English and Lao with very good writing and oral skills;
• Proficient in MS Office Suite, to include Word, Excel, PowerPoint and
other programs.
We offer competitive salaries and excellent benefits package, which include
Health, Accidental, and Life Benefits. Only short listed candidates will be
contacted for interview.
Individuals interested should send required documents including a Cover
Letter, CV, Copies of Diplomas and other relevant information directly to
the Human Resources Department at:
Phonesack Group, Ltd. Attn: Human Resources Department, Unit 15, Sithong
Road, Pakthang Village, Sikhottabong District, P.O. Box 1808, Vientiane Lao
PDR. Fax: (856-21) 550498 or E-mail to: careers@phonesackgroup.com.
Please include in the subject line: Position title, which is applied for.
Closing date for this position is 30 April 2012
Vientiane Times
GIZ and Sunlabob are hosting the Event
“Energy Efficiency: the forward-looking and cost-
saving response
to Lao P.D.R.’s vulnerability to climate change”
at the Settha Palace, May 17th 2012, 4:00 – 7:00
and a Follow-up Workshop
“Implementing Energy Efficiency – best practice
examples
and options for companies and institutions”
at the Settha Palace, May 23rd 2012, 8:30-16:00
In this event and the follow-up workshop we will present
our goals for energy efficiency in the Lao P.D.R. Private
local enterprises, subsidiaries of international companies
and public institutions are invited to come together and
learn more about energy efficiency, a possible solution for
CSR policies. Best practice examples will be presented by
renowned experts in the field. We will provide information
on various energy saving options and develop innovative
tailor-made ideas so as to help companies and institutions to
reach their energy efficiency goals.
For more information and registration, please contact GIZ
representative Ms Judith Schicklinski (phone: 021 353
605 133, email: judith.schicklinski@giz.de) or Sunlabob
representative Ms Fanny Boulloud
(phone: 021 313 874 102, email: Fanny.Boulloud@sunlabob.com)
Job Announcement
Location: Phontong Street, Chanthabouly District, Vientiane Capital City
Great Peace in Lao PDR (GPL) is an International-Non-Government-Organizationthat was established by Taiwha
Social Welfare Foundation in Republic of Korea. It is a model of social welfare center that performs a social welfare
service and socio-economic aids to enhance the capacity of needy peoplein community
Great Peace is planning to start work in Lao PDR in 2012, we are seeking Lao National staff for :
Program Manager / Coordinator
Responsibilities
1. Produce detailed work plan and activity budgets in cooperation with partner Government (MoU)
2. Manage all aspects of program cycle : assessment, design, monitor, implement, evaluation and regular report
3. Coordinate program activities with partners at district, Village level and implement all activities in target area
4. Build and maintain good relationships with government partner and negotiate at provincial, district, Village level
Qualifications
1. Bacheloror Master degree majoring in social science, community development or related expected graduates
2. At least 5years work experience, preferably in an INGO, NGO, GO
3. Experience in representing and communicating with Government
4. Experience in planning and managing the project or program with children, women and/or disability sector
5. Proven skill at building relationships with community members and strong communication skills
6. Fluency in spoken and written English and the ability to write narrative report in English in mandatory
Administration Officer
Responsibilities
1. Administer and monitor the financial system in order to ensure that the municipal finances are maintained in
an accurate and timely manner
2. Oversee the accounts payable and accounts receivable systems in order to ensure complete and accurate
records of all moneys
3. Administeremployee files and records in order to ensure accurate payment of benefits and allowances
4. Supervise administrative services within the office
5. Perform other related duties as required
Qualifications
1. Bachelordegree majoring in Administration or related expected graduates
2. At least 3years work experience in administration or/and accounting, preferably in an INGO, NGO, GO
3. Fluency in spoken and written English and the ability to write report in English
4. Good knowledge of computer application (Microsoft)
5. Exceptional interpersonal, organizational, business communication, multi-task and time management skills
6. Be honest and trustworthy, respectful, ability and willingness to work with all kinds of people
Closing Date will be on 6th May 2012.
Please forward your cover letter and CV withapplied positionand salary history to greatpeacelaos@gmail.com
(Do not send certifications or letter of reference at this time)
We will contact by e-mail only eligible candidates to further discuss their availability. Please no phone calls.
To learn more about Great Peace (Taiwha social welfare foundation)Please visit our website,
http://www.taiwhafound.org/eng
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Lao People’s Democratic Republic
Peace Independence Democracy Unity Prosperity
Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry
REQUEST FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST
FOR INDIVIDUAL CONSULTANCIES IN THE PREPARATION OF
THE FOREST INVESTMENT PROGRAM
PROJECT 3: SCALING UP PARTICIPATORY SUSTAINABLE FOREST MANAGEMENT
Lao PDR is one of eight countries worldwide selected in October 2010 as a pilot country for the Forest
Investment Program (FIP), which is a targeted program of the Strategic Climate Fund (SCF), one of two
funds established under the Climate Investment Funds (CIF).
The Department of Forestry (DoF) under the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry (MAF), on behalf of the
Government of Lao PDR (GOL), presented a proposed $30 million FIP Investment Plan to the FIP Sub-
Committee (SC) for consideration on October 30, 2011 and received the SC approval on January 30,
2012. The approved FIP Lao Investment Plan which consists of 3 projects will be implemented under two
Ministries (MAF and MoNRE) in partnership with the international agencies as follows:
Project 1 ($13.34 million): Protecting Forests for Ecosystems Services – to be implemented by the
Department of Forest Resources Management (DFRM) under the Ministry of Natural Resources and
Environment (MoNRE) in partnership with the Asian Development Bank (ADB);
Project 2 ($3.33 million): Smallholder Forestry – to be implemented by DoF under MAF in
partnership with the International Finance Corporation (IFC); and
Project 3 ($13.33 million): Scaling-up Participatory Sustainable Forest Management (PSFM) –
to be implemented by DoF under MAF in partnership with the World Bank.
In preparation of the FIP project under MAF, DoF, in collaboration with the World Bank (WB), has begun a
process to prepare the FIP Project 3: Scaling up Participatory Sustainable Forest Management (SUPSFM).
Based on a participatory and consultative process, the preparation of Project 3 will build on the experience
of the Sustainable Forestry for Rural Development Project (SUFORD), which is currently being implemented
in 16 Production Forest Areas (PFAs) located in 9 provinces. This new FIP funding to the government of Lao
PDR will be used to co-finance with the World Bank and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Finland (MFAF)
resources to scale up PSFM to as many of the remaining 35 PFAs. Other activities that will be financed by
this project are piloting Village Forestry (VF) and Smallholder Forestry (SHF) in forest land adjoining PFAs,
and contributing to enhancing various enabling frameworks including legal and governance, FLEGT (Forest
Law Enforcement Governance and Trade), REDD+ public awareness and MRV (Monitoring, Reporting and
Verification) with a focus on law enforcement, inter-ministerial coordination, and engagement of provincial
authorities in land-use planning and village forest allocation.
DoF is therefore seeking individuals to fill the following positions for four (4) short term international
consultants and four (4) national consultants in preparing the detailed components of Project 3 based on
the broad concepts identified in the approved FIP Investment Plan as described below:
1. SENIOR FORESTRY SPECIALIST AND TEAM LEADER (International) to lead a Team of Consultants
and work with GOL counterparts and various stakeholders in the Capital and in the provinces and
rural areas, including liaising with donors and coordinating with the MFAF Project Preparation Team,
in formulating SUPSFM. The preparation process will include assessing and collecting additional
information on past implementation of PSFM in PFAs and in potential project sites, analyzing different
issues affecting the implementation of PSFM, generating options to resolve those issues, and
consolidating the analytical work and various other inputs (recently approved government policies and
legislations) in preparing SUPSFM and its documents to a standard that is acceptable to GOL, the FIP
Sub-Committee, and the World Bank.
Experience and Qualifications:
• Advanced degree in forestry or natural resource management;
• Extensive experience in preparing and leading natural resource management projects;
• Minimum 15 years experience in managing projects financed by multilateral development agencies,
especially World Bank/IDA projects;
• Sound knowledge of issues and priorities in Lao national development; having prior experiences
working in Lao PDR, including Southeast Asia will be an advantage;
• Significant experience in working closely with and transferring capacity to local counterparts;
• Knowledge of climate change issues and related international processes will be an advantage;
• Proficiency in oral and written English.
The total duration of the assignment will be 8 months between May and December 2012. The duty station
will be at DoF in Vientiane, Lao PDR.
2. SOCIAL DEVELOMENT SPECIALIST (International) to lead in (i) identifying the potential social
impacts from the planned SUPSFM investments; (ii) preparing the stakeholder consultation plan, as
well as assisting DoF in conducting the consultation processes with the active participation of all key
stakeholders including line government ministries at the central and local levels, development partners,
ethnic communities, mass organizations (Lao Women’s Union), Lao Front for National Construction,
and civil societies organizations (CSOs); (iii) formulating village development and poverty alleviation
strategies and approaches, including participatory land-use planning and communal land titling; and
(iv) based on the outcomes of the potential social impact analysis, assisting DoF in the preparation of
social safeguards documents for the project including the ‘Social Management Framework’, ‘Ethnic
Group Development Framework’, and ‘Resettlement Management Framework’.
Experience and Qualifications:
• Advanced degree in social sciences, rural development, and related subject areas;
• Minimum 15 years experience working on social impact assessment, community development issues
related to communal land tenure, livelihood of ethnic minorities and other local population in relation
to forestry and natural resources, and on formulation of various social safeguard instruments following
World Bank policies and practices;
• Sound knowledge of issues and priorities in Lao national development, including related work experience
in Southeast Asia particularly in Lao PDR;
• Significant experience in working closely with and transferring capacity to local counterparts;
• Proficiency in oral and written English.
The total duration of the assignment will be 3 months between May and July 2012. The duty station will be
Vientiane, Lao PDR.
3. ENVIRONMENTAL SAFEGUARD SPECIALIST (International) to support (i) identification of the
main environmental risks associated with the proposed investments as laid out in the proposed FIP
Investment Plan and detailed activities, linking the environmental risk identification to that of key social
risks identified by the Social Safeguard Specialist; (ii) stakeholder consultation processes toward the
formulation of the environmental management framework of SUPSFM; (iii) providing recommendations
on mitigation to minimize the risks/impacts, as well as developing the Payment for Ecosystems Services
mechanisms that are relevant to the proposed project areas; and (iv) the formulation of environmental
safeguards documents related to natural habitats, forests, physical cultural resources, access restriction
process, and pest management.
Experience and Qualifications:
• Advanced degree in environmental sciences and related subject areas;
• Minimum 15 years experience working on ESIA in relation to forestry and natural resources and on formulating
environmental safeguard frameworks following World Bank safeguard policies and practices;
• Sound knowledge of issues and priorities in Lao national development, including related work experience
in Southeast Asia particularly in Lao PDR;
• Significant experience in working closely with and transferring capacity to local counterparts;
• Knowledge of climate change issues and related international processes will be an advantage;
• Proficiency in oral and written English.
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The total duration of the assignment will be 3 months from May-July 2012. The duty station will be Vientiane,
Lao PDR.
4. PRIVATE SECTOR DEVELOMENT SPECIALIST (International) to support the (i) analyses of issues
related to current practices in timber harvesting from production forests; (ii) review of relationships
among MAF, MOIC, and MOF to address the gaps in and identify opportunities for defining clear
roles, improved coordination, sharing records and information, and reviewing development (including
legislation and practices) in timber processing businesses, as well as programs to promote forest
products value chains.
Experience and Qualifications:
• Advanced degree in forest industries and business management and related subject areas;
• Minimum 15 years experience working in the forest industry covering different aspects including timber
harvesting; locating, tooling, and operating processing plants; industry business management; and
marketing of forest products.
• Sound knowledge of issues and priorities in Lao national development, including related work experience
in Southeast Asia particularly in Lao PDR;
• Knowledge of non-timber forest products will be an advantage;
• Proficiency in oral and written English.
The total duration of the assignment will be 1 month from May-June 2012. The duty station will be Vientiane,
Lao PDR.
5. ECONOMIST AND FINANCIAL ANALYST (National) to assist the Team in economic and financial
assessment of the components and sub-components of SUPSFM, particularly in analyzing and
estimating project benefits and costs, formulating the project financing plan, and assessing risks and
their mitigation.
Experience and Qualifications:
• Advanced degree in resource economics and related subject areas;
• Minimum 7 years experience working in forest or natural resources management, particularly in
preparing projects in their economic and financial aspects.
• Sound knowledge of issues and priorities in Lao national development;
• Knowledge of climate change issues will be an advantage;
• Proficiency in oral and written English.
The total duration of the assignment will be 3 months from May-July 2012. The duty station will be Vientiane,
Lao PDR.
6. AGROFORESTRY AND NTFP SPECIALIST (National) to support (i) the identification of criteria for
zoning PFAs, particularly Agroforestry and NTFP management zones; (ii) assessing the suitability of
degraded land in PFAs for sustainable agroforestry-based livelihoods and enterprises; (iii) generating
and assessing the suitability of sustainable agroforestry-based livelihood options; (iv) assessing the
potential of PFAs for sustainable management of NTFP resources and developing village enterprises
based on NTFP processing and marketing; and (v) incorporating the results of analyses in the
preparation of SUPSFM.
Experience and Qualifications:
• Advanced degree in agriculture/agroforestry/forestry and related subject areas;
• Minimum 7 years experience working in areas related to agroforestry and NTFP based livelihoods and
enterprises development;
• Sound knowledge of issues and priorities in Lao national development;
• Proficiency in oral and written English.
The total duration of the assignment will be 3 months from May-July 2012. The duty station will be Vientiane,
Lao PDR.
7. SOCIAL AND ETHNIC GROUPS SPECIALIST (National) to work with the Team particularly the
(International) Social Development Specialist in (i) development of the consultation plan and
conducting stakeholder consultation processes toward strengthening the participation of women, ethnic
communities, and mass organizations/civil society/non-governmental organizations; (ii) analyses of the
potential social impacts of the proposed investments and implementation of the SUPSFM; (iii) assisting
DoF in the formulation of village development and poverty alleviation strategies and approaches; and
(iv) providing inputs to the preparation of social safeguards documents.
Experience and Qualifications:
• Advanced degree in social science, rural development, and related subject areas;
• Minimum 7 years experience working in areas related to the analyses of social issues in village
development and participation of villagers, especially women and ethnic groups.
• Sound knowledge of issues and priorities in Lao national development;
• Proficiency in oral and written English.
The total duration of the assignment will be 3 months from May-July 2012. The duty station will be Vientiane,
Lao PDR.
8. BIODIVERSITY AND FOREST ECOSYSTEMS SERVICES SPECIALIST (National) to work with
the Project Preparation Team in aspects related to biodiversity and forest ecosystems services
in production forestry situations, and support the Team particularly the Environmental Safeguard
Specialist in (i) participation in stakeholder consultation processes toward the formulation of the
Project’s environmental management framework; (ii) analyses of potential environmental impacts, with
special focus on biodiversity, of proposed investments and implementation of proposed activities; (iii)
providing recommendations on mitigation to minimize the risks/impacts, as well as developing Payment
for Ecosystems Services mechanisms that are relevant to the proposed project areas; and (iv) providing
inputs to the preparation of various environmental safeguards documents.
Experience and Qualifications:
• Advanced degree in environmental sciences and related subject areas;
• Minimum 7 years experience working in areas related to conservation of biodiversity and ecosystems
services in production forestry situations and to environmental safeguards.
• Knowledge of and experience in developing Payments for Environmental Services will be an
advantage.
• Sound knowledge of issues and priorities in Lao national development;
• Proficiency in oral and written English.
The total duration of the assignment will be 3 months from May-July 2012. The duty station will be Vientiane,
Lao PDR.
Expression of Interest including CV and description of similar assignments must be submitted not later than
Friday, 26th of May 2012 to the person and address below.
Attention:
Mr. Khamsene Ounekham
Planning Division, Department of Forestry, Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry
P.O Box 2932, Vientiane, Lao People’s Democratic Republic
Tel/fax: + 856 21 219561
Email: ounekham_k@yahoo.com
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
 
 
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            
             
          
         
         



           
          

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 • 
•            
 • 
•           • 
 
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 
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• 
•     
• 

• 
• 
• 
•          


• 
•          

•          

 
 

              
           
            


                          
              

           

             

 • 

•            



• 
           

               

           
• 

• 

• 
 

 

 


             
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The World Bank

Patou Xay, Nehru Road, Vientiane Lao PDR

GARDENING SERVICE
The World Bank Office, Vientiane seeks for gardening and landscaping services for
the following offices:

World Bank Vientiane Office 1, Patou Xay, Nehru Road, Vientiane, Lao PDR
World Bank Vientiane Office 2, Nongbon Road, Seysattha District Vientiane,
Lao PDR

Interested companies may inspect and collect the detailed Terms of Reference
[TOR], from the Reception Desk of the World Bank Vientiane Office at the address
mentioned above from May 7, 2012 – May 18, 2012 during 10:00 a.m. through 4:00
p.m. from Monday through Friday, excluding holidays if any. To get an electronic
copy of the TOR, please send email request to laoinfo@worldbank.org
or call 021 450010

THE WORLD BANK OFFICE, VIENTIANE RESERVES THE RIGHT TO ACCEPT OR REJECT
ANY OR ALL BIDS WITHOUT ASSIGNING ANY REASON WHATSOEVER.

The Embassy of the Republic of the Philippines is urgently looking for a qualified
and highly-motivated individual to fill the position of Researcher / Translator /
Interpreter to perform the following duties:

• Research, collect and update information on trade and investment policies

and statistics;
• Conduct market research and analysis;
• Arrange business meetings and undertake preparations for Philippine trade
and investment missions;
• Monitor and prepare regular reports on pertinent political, economic and
development issues; and,
• Translate news items, official documents and publications of interest into
English and vice versa and provide simultaneous interpretation as needed.

Required Qualifications:a
• College / University graduate;
• Excellent command of English (written and spoken);
• Good organizational and analytical skills; and,
• Basic computer (Word and Excel programs) and internet skills.

All interested applicants may submit their Curriculum Vitae with picture at the
Philippine Embassy, Ban Sapanthong-kang, Sissatanak District, Vientiane Capital
from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm or email to pevientiane@yahoo.com / pelaopdr@laotel.
com or fax to +856 21 452-493.
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VACANCY ANNOUCEMENT
Lao Brewery Co., Ltd seeking a dynamic and analytical sales planner

LBC is the leading beverage company in Laos. Our strong brands and operation
are experiencing constant growth, this results in a need to expand our support
functions. We currently wish to hire a dynamic and hard working person to join with
Beerlao family.

Position: Sales Administration Executive

Location: Vientiane

Main responsibilities
• Be responsible for yearly and monthly sales forecast of all the company
products
• Participate and prepare sales documents using in the PSS meeting for
business planning
• Do detail sales planning by sales rep, area and provinces
• Participate in sales evaluation
• Prepare daily/monthly and yearly sales reports
• Check and manage rebates, wholesalers and distributors stock
• Perform sales reports as requested
• Performs all related work as assigned by the company

Qualifications and competencies

• At least a Bachelors Degree in business or any related field. Possession of
Masters Degree will be advantages.
• Advanced computer skills (particularly Excel, PowerPoint, Word, previous
experience with databases an advantage)
• Strong analytical and planning capabilities and mindset
• Ability to cooperate and communicate across functions
• Minimum 3 years experience in similar role
• Independent and able to work without high level of supervision
• Good in written and spoken English

Please submit a letter of interest, CV with recent photo, degree, experiences

certificate and other concerned documents to:
Beerlao Head Office in Vientiane. Km12, Salakham Village. Tel: 1898 or 021 812 000

Selected people will be contracted for an interview and will have chance to
work with the Beerlao professional teams and get highest benefits.
Closing date: 18/5/2012
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Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
PROFESSIONAL VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT NO: 2011/04 (RE-ADVERTISE)

Issued on: 17 April 2012

Deadline For Application: 31 May 2012
POSITION TITLE: Assistant FAO Representative (Programme) GRADE LEVEL: NOB
DUTY STATION: Vientiane, Laos
ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT: FAO Representation in Laos DURATION*: 12 months renewable
(Fixed term contract)
Applications from qualified women as well as from qualified nationals of non-and under-represented member
countries are encouraged
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Liaise and cooperate with government authorities and local, national and international institutions in the areas of
FAO’s activities in the country and in liaise with other UN agencies. He/she may represent FAO at inter-agency
meetings as required;
• Promote the image of FAO through advocacy of the Organization’s mandate, programmes, national priorities
and activities including development and maintenance of communication tools (e.g. website, press releases and
publications) and support the implementation of FAO’s regulatory frameworks (Codex Alimentarius, Code of Conduct
for Responsible Fisheries, Safe Use of Pesticides, etc.) in the country;
• Coordinate the collection, consolidation and maintenance of country data on food, crops, livestock, forestry and
fisheries including information on external aid in FAO’s corporate systems and monitor changes in national policies
affecting the agricultural sector;
• Participate in producing technical, economic and policy studies as required and developing country level development
frameworks such as the National Medium Term Priority Framework (NMTPF) and the United Nations Development
Assistance Frameworks (UNDAF);
• Participate in the identification, formulation and preparation of programme and project proposals and monitor and
review the status of programme/project implementation to ensure that all operational activities are carried out in line
with the work plan and the project document; identify inconsistencies and delays and, when necessary, propose
corrective measures to overcome operational constraints;
• Act as Officer-in-Charge for the day-to-day running of the FAO Representation during the absence of the FAOR, if
required;
• Perform any other duties as required.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Candidates should meet the following:
Education:
University degree in agriculture, agricultural economics, forestry, fisheries, or in any other field related to the work of the
Organization.
Work Experience:
Minimum of five years of professional experience in agricultural development and/or project implementation in an area of
FAO’s activities in the country.
Languages:
Working knowledge (level C) of English and working knowledge of the most widely used local language.
SELECTION CRITERIA
Candidates will be assessed against the following:
• Level and relevance of experience in programme/project development and management.
• Demonstrated understanding of the purpose and functions of the technical programme, operational guidelines
and project / programme management procedures, possibly of those adopted by the United Nations or FAO.
• Proven capacity to approach work assignments in systematic and efficient manner with judgement and analytical
skills.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Demonstrated ability to use standard office software, such as MS Office (Windows, Word, Outlook, Excel,
Power Point, and Internet) and project management software and other information systems /databases.
Please note that all candidates should possess computer/word processing skills and should be capable of working with
people of different national and cultural backgrounds.
* The length of appointment for internal FAO candidates will be established in accordance with applicable policies
pertaining to the extension of appointments.
REMUNERATION
A competitive compensation and benefits package is offered. For information on UN salaries, allowances and benefits,
click on the following link: http://icsc.un.org/
TO APPLY: Carefully read and follow the Guidelines to applicants
Interested applicants should submit their applications in writing (clearly indicating on the sealed envelope the Vacancy
Announcement number 2011/04 (Re-Advertise) to the FAO Representation, 128 Phonexay Road, P.O. Box 1640, Vientiane
Capital, Tel: 021 413205, 414503 or email their applications to: FAO-LA-Vacancies@fao.org
Applications sent to any other address will be rejected.
The latest date for receiving the applications is 31 May 2012. Please note that application received after the closing date
will not be given consideration. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
In line with FAO policy on gender equity, the vacancy is open for both male and female candidates. FAO is also
committed to increasing the number of ethnic group staff in its programmes and offices. Therefore, Candidates
from ethnic groups are especially encouraged to apply.
Please note that FAO staff members are international civil servants subject to the authority of the Director-General and
may be assigned to any activities or office of the organization.

Lao People's Democratic Republic

Peace Independence Democracy Unity Prosperity

Ministry of Health
The Office of Principal Recipient
Norwegian Church Aid (NCA) is an International NGO working to support development The Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria
projects in Laos since 1989. According to NCA’s Strategic Plan 2011-15, our program priority
areas in Laos are: Gender-based Violence, Livelihood and trade, Climate change adaptation,
Social mitigation of HIV and AIDS and Access to quality Health Care.
Expression of Interest
For Supplying Audit Service
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT LAO NATIONALS For Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria Program

Position : Provincial Manager Procurement N° GFLAO/AUDIT/GFATM/2011

Duties Station : Long district, Luang Namtha Province Date: 20/04/2012
Starting Date : June 2012

As part of our Integrated Livelihoods Program for the Empowerment of Ethnic Minorities in
Long District, Luang Namtha province NCA is looking for a highly qualified national staff to
fill the position as Provincial Manager with the overall responsibility for the implementation of
NCA’s programs in Luang Namtha province.
Key responsibilities:
• Overall responsibility for the implementation of program activities in the province
including agriculture, animal husbandry, forest management, gender empowerment,
health and education .
• Ensuring effective implementation of the various program activities applying a rights
based approach through timely provision of inputs, effective backstopping, timely and
efficient delivery of outputs, and monitoring and evaluation of activities in accordance
with NCA policies and program strategies as well as administrative and financial
procedures.
• Lead effort for continued development of program interventions to ensure the most
efficient delivery of support to the programs rights holders and duty bearers.
• Direct supervision of more than 20 local staff and government and Government
counterparts.
Qualifications/Selection criteria:
• University degree or diploma in Agriculture, or related field.
• A minimum of 7 years proven senior program management experience.
• Proven experience in support and supervising staff
• Excellent communication skills and relevant experience working with Ethnic groups is
an advantage.
• Extensive experience in working with Government counterparts and other development
partners.
• Good communication skills in English and Lao both oral and written
All tasks are carried out in close cooperation with local authorities, District and Communities
targeted.
NCA offers accommodation in office compound, competitive salaries and excellent benefits
package including health insurance and pension scheme.
All interested candidates are invited to submit an application letter and CV to NCA Office:
338 Donpamai Road, Thaphalanxay Village, Sisattanak District, PO Box: 4804, Vientiane,
Lao PDR, Tel: (856-21) 315812, 354017,
or e-mail Address: nlov@nca.no
The closing date for applications in Friday 11th May, 2012 at 17.00 hours.
The Lao People’s Democratic Republic has received grants from the Global Fund to Fight
AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria. The procurement unit of the Principle Recipient (PR office)
intends to procure Audit Services for the TB Single Stream Funding Grant 2011-2013
(LAO-T-GFMOH) and Audit Services for Malaria Round 7 Grant 2011-2012 (LAO
708-G09-M) by using budget under the GFATM project.
This Procurement unit will follow the Public Procurement Procedures for request for
quotation according to the Procurement Guideline of the Principal Recipient issued on
November 2009.
The Procurement Unit now invites the International Audit Firms to apply to the Audit
Services for the above Projects.
Interested Companies may obtain further information and receive a complete set of Term of
Reference and Request for Quotation documents (RFQ) at the address given below:
The Principal Recipient Supported by Global Fund to fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria
opposite of Ministry of Public Health. Tel: 856-21 242980, Fax: 856-21 242981
Mr. Keophouthone Inthivong, Procurement Specialist, email address: keophouthone@
theglobalfundlao.org and Cc; Mr. Khampiew Thipavongphanh, Head of Finance unit, email
address: khampiew@theglobalfundlao.org
Quotations must be delivered to the address below:
The Principal Recipient supported by Global Fund to fight AID, Tuberculosis and Malaria
opposite of
Main Building of the Ministry of Public Health. At 14:00h on May 19, 2012. Tel: 856-21
242980, Fax: 856-21 242981.
Any Quotations received later than the scheduled time will be rejected. Quotations will be
opened in the presence of the Suppliers’ representatives who choose to attend at the meeting
room of the Principal Recipient office at 14:00h on May 19, 2012
Director of GFATM Project
Ministry of Public Health, Lao PDR
18 Wednesday May 2, 2012 Vientiane Times

Opinion
ILO urges worker-friendly recovery policies
Jim Lobe
WASHINGTON (IPS) -- Although
economic growth has resumed in much
of the world since the 2008 financial
crisis, the global unemployment
situation remains alarming and could
worsen, according to the International
Labour Organisation (ILO).
European governments, in
particular, should adopt more worker-
friendly approaches in dealing with
fiscal austerity, according to the
agency’s “World of Work Report
2012” that was released here and at its
headquarters in Geneva Sunday.
Such a change in policy could
result in adding around two million
jobs in the advanced economies over
the next year, as opposed to only about
800,000 if current approaches persist,
according to the report.
Persistently high rates of
unemployment in the Arab world and
Africa also put those regions at high
risk of social unrest, according to the
128-page report, which noted that
most of Latin America and some Asian
countries have emerged in relatively
better shape in that respect.
The report comes at a critical
moment, particularly for key advanced
economies where pending elections
appear to offer stark choices between
candidates and parties that favour very
different approaches yawning fiscal
deficits and high unemployment.
In France, for example, the current
front-runner, the Socialist Party’s
Francois Hollande, favour more
worker-friendly policies than the
more austere approach taken by the
incumbent president, Nicolas Sarkozy.
And in the United States, the all-
Greeks protest austerity measures in March 2010.
but-certain Republican challenger
to President Barack Obama, former
Massachusetts governor Mitt Romney,
has endorsed his party’s proposals for
sharp cuts to social and government
jobs programmes, combined with
reductions in already-low tax rates for
corporations and wealthy individuals.
The report charged that the
combination of fiscal austerity and
tougher labour market reforms - or
de-regulation - adopted by many
advanced economies, especially in the
Eurozone, have proved devastating to
job creation, in particular, and largely
ineffective in reducing fiscal deficits.
“The narrow focus of many
Eurozone countries on fiscal austerity
is deepening the jobs crisis and could
even lead to another recession in
Europe,” according to Raymond
--Credit:Apostolis Fotiadis/IPS
Torres, the director of the International
Institute for Labour Studies, the ILO’s
research arm.
“Countries that have chosen job-
centred macroeconomic policies have
achieved better economic and social
outcomes,” added Torres, the report’s
lead author. “Many of them have
also become more competitive and
weathered the crisis better than those
that followed the austerity path.”
The unemployment rate has
increased in nearly two-thirds of
European Union (EU) countries since
2010, according to the report, which
also noted that labour market recovery
has also stalled in other industrialised
nations, including Japan and the
United States.
At the same time, joblessness,
especially for younger workers,
remains acute in the Middle East and
North and Sub-Saharan Africa.
“Four years into the global
crisis, labour market imbalances
are becoming more structural, and
therefore more difficult to eradicate,”
according to the report.
“Certain groups, such as the
long-term unemployed, are at risk
of exclusion from the labour market.
This means that they would be unable
to obtain new employment even if
there were a strong recovery,” Torres
noted, adding that employment
has also become “more unstable or
precarious” for many workers who
have a job.
Where employment growth has
resumed, for example, many of the
jobs have been short term.
Combined with increases
in growing income and wealth
inequality in many countries, the
unemployment situation is also
increasing the risk of social unrest
in the most-affected economies,
according to the report.
Out of 106 countries with
available statistics, 54 percent
reported an increase in the score for
the risk of unrest in 2011 compared
to 2010, Torres said.
The regions with the highest risk
of unrest are sub-Saharan Africa,
the Middle East and North Africa,
according to the study’s barometer,
which also found important increases
in risk in industrialised economies,
particularly in Central and Eastern
Europe. Altogether, the report
estimates that some 50 million jobs
are missing compared to the situation
before the 2008 financial crisis.
Employment rates have increased
in only five of 36 advanced economies
- Germany, Israel, Luxembourg, Malta,
and Poland - since 2007, according to
the report.
Youth unemployment rates have
increased in half of the developed
economies and in one-third of
developing economies in about 80
percent of advanced economies
and in two-thirds of the developing
economies since the onset of the crisis,
according to the report.
In that period, poverty rates
increased in half of the advanced
economies and in a third of developing
countries, while the gaps between rich
and poor widened in half of advanced
countries and in one quarter of
developing nations.
In reacting to the crisis, 28 percent
of the governments of developing
and emerging countries reduced
social benefits for workers and
the poor. By contrast, nearly two-
thirds (65 percent) of developed-
country governments reduced social
benefits.
The report calls for a “dramatic
shift in the current policy approach”
to one that would “plac(e) jobs at the
top of the policy agenda…”
First, core labour standards,
including the right to form unions,
should be strengthened, and the
report calls for all G20 countries to
ratify the ILO’s core Conventions to
send a positive signal in that regard.
Second, more should be done
to provide adequate credit and a
more favourable environment for
small businesses, particularly in the
Eurozone countries where the major
banks have failed to boost credit
where it is most needed.

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Feature
Overview of Asia-Europe Meeting Summit
Laos will host the Asia-Europe Meeting Summit (ASEM9) on November 5-6, when 48 leaders of ASEM partners will gather in
Vientiane to share their thoughts and exchange views on current regional and global issues of common interest. To lead up to
this important event, Vientiane Times will run a regular page to present an overview of the ASEM, followed by a profile of each
of the ASEM partners. The CAMC Engineering Company of China has teamed up with us to make this page possible.
wishes the 9th Vientiane ASEM Summit great success!
News Desk in March 1996, which marked multilateral forums; ASEAN member states, plus List of ASEM Partners
the birth of the ASEM process. • Multi-dimensionality: China, Japan and the Republic
Background ASEM addresses political, It covers the full spectrum of Korea. Asia Europe
The ASEM process began economic and cultural of relations between the two ASEM enlarged its first 1. Brunei Darussalam 1. Austria
with a mutual recognition, in issues, with the objective regions and devotes equal round of membership at the
2. Indonesia 2. Belgium
both Asia and Europe, that of strengthening relations weight to the three main pillars Fifth Summit held in Hanoi,
3. Malaysia 3. Denmark
the relationship between the between the two regions, in of political, economic and Vietnam, in 2004, where the
two regions needed to be 4. Finland
a spirit of mutual respect and cultural dimensions; 10 new EU members (Cyprus, 4. Philippines
strengthened to respond to equal partnership. • Emphasis on equal Czech Republic, Estonia, 5. France
5. Singapore 6. Germany
the fast changing regional The ASEM Summit is partnership: It eschews any Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania,
and global environment of the held every second year in Asia “aid-based” relationship Malta, Poland, Slovakia and 6. Thailand 7. Greece
1990s, and the perspectives of and Europe alternatively and taken forwards under bilateral Slovenia) and three new 7. Vietnam 8. Ireland
the 21st century. represents the highest level relations in favour of a more ASEAN member states 9. Italy
8. Cambodia
In July 1994, the European of decision-making. Besides general process of dialogue and (Cambodia, the Lao PDR and 10. Luxembourg
9. Lao PDR 11. Netherlands
Commission published the attendance of heads of cooperation based on mutual Myanmar) were officially
“Towards a New Strategy state and government from respect and mutual benefit; admitted into ASEM. 10. Myanmar 12. Portugal
for Asia”, which stressed Asia and Europe, the Summit • Dual focus on high-level The subsequent rounds of 11. ASEAN Secretariat 13. Spain
the importance of enhancing also features accompanying and people-to-people exchanges: enlargement in 2006 brought 12. China 14. Sweden
relations with Asia. The ministers, the Head of the It provides a platform for in Bulgaria, India, Mongolia, 15. United Kingdom
13. Japan 16. European Commission
Commission Communication European Commission and the meetings between heads of Pakistan, Romania and the
of September 2001 “Europe and Secretary-General of ASEAN. state or government, ministers, ASEAN Secretariat, and 2010 14. Republic of Korea 17. Cyprus
Asia: A Strategic Framework Key Characteristics senior officials and experts with saw the inclusion of Australia, 15. India 18. Czech Republic
for Enhanced Partnerships” Key characteristics of the an increasing focus on fostering New Zealand and Russia, thus 16. Mongolia 19. Estonia
reaffirmed this strategy. ASEM process include the contacts between societies in increasing the total number of 20. Hungary
17. Pakistan
In November 1994, the following: all sectors, including business ASEM partners to 48. 21. Latvia
idea of holding an Asia-Europe • Informality: It provides an communities, parliamentarians The composition of the 48 22. Lithuania
Summit was initiated by open forum for policy makers and civil societies in the two ASEM partners from Asia and Others 23. Malta
Singapore aimed at discussing and officials to discuss any regions. Europe is as follows: 27 EU 24. Poland
how to build a new partnership political, economic and social ASEM Partners members and the European 25. Slovakia
1. Australia
between the two regions. issues of common interest and The initial ASEM partners Commission; 16 Asian 26. Slovenia
Following Singapore’s concern. It complements rather consisted of 15 EU member countries and the ASEAN 2. New Zealand 27. Bulgaria
proposal, the first ASEM than duplicates the work already states and the European Secretariat; and Australia, New 3. Russia 28. Romania
Summit was held in Bangkok being carried out in bilateral and Commission, and the 7 Zealand and Russia.
20 Feature Wednesday May 2, 2012 Vientiane Times

Nail polish is the new lipstick

Pam Pastor
THE PHILIPPINES (Philippine
Daily Inquirer, ANN) -- There’s
no doubt about it—nail polish
is the new lipstick. And I’m not
just saying this because of my
mad obsession.
In 2001, Estée Lauder board
chairman Leonard Lauder
coined the term “lipstick index”.
It describes a phenomenon in
the early 2000s: an increase
in lipstick sales despite the
recession.
During hard times, when
people tighten purse strings and
cut back on bigger luxuries,
women turn to the cheaper
thrill of makeup.
And who can blame them?
When you can’t afford that
hot bag or killer new shoes,
cosmetics are a great way
to inject colour into one’s
wardrobe.
Nail polish index
Over a decade later, the
lipstick index has been replaced
by the “nail polish index”.
Market research firm Mintel
revealed that lipstick sales have
been dwindling since 2007.
NPD Group, another market
research firm, reported that
while lip product sales grew
by eight per cent in the first
10 months of 2011, nail polish
sales increased by 59 per cent.
Deborah Lippmann,
manicurist to the stars and the
woman behind the popular nail
polish line of the same name,
has witnessed the growth.
“It’s exploding!” she
said. “Nail lacquer is literally
splattering everywhere and is
growing in popularity because
we started getting into the trend
when the recession hit, and
we had to rethink how we did
things. “Women started doing
their own nails and realised
how fun it could be to create
their own look.”
Ji Baek, founder of Rescue
Beauty Lounge, is not surprised
by the increase in demand. “You
may not wear green or yellow
lipstick, but you can translate
the colour blocking trend to
your nails. Having strangers
compliment your nails is the
same as getting a compliment
on that bright yellow handbag
that you will wear for only one
season.”
Ji’s New York-based luxury
nail polish line has fans all over
the world.
“Nail colour is an affordable
indulgence,” said Karen Grant,
NPD’s global beauty industry
analyst. “The size of the market
is burgeoning, and there’s a
huge opportunity for doubling
or even tripling growth.”
But we don’t need a research
firm to tell us that. There are
signs all around.
In 2010, cosmetics giant
Coty bought popular nail
polish brand OPI for a reported
US$1 billion, while beauty
brand L’Oreal acquired Essie
for US$28 million. Dior
released 27 nail polish shades
in 2011 and it seems bent on
beating that record this year.
Chanel continues to produce
cult favourites, with sold-out
limited-edition shades still
fetching insane prices on Ebay.
Special collections
Companies and brands that
have never released nail polish
before (Topshop, American
Apparel, Kate Spade, Calvin
Klein, Tom Ford, Oscar de
la Renta among others) have
joined the lacquer game.
Creative collaborations
between nail polish brands,
celebrities and fashion designers
continue to be huge. Katy Perry,
Nicki Minaj, Serena Williams
and OPI; Justin Bieber, the
Kardashians and Nicole by
OPI collections; Betsey
Johnson and Sephora by
OPI; Alexander Wang, Prabal
Gurung and Sally Hansen;
Peter Som and Zoya—they’ve
all worked together to bring
new colours (and occasionally
glitter) to your nails. The
limited-edition nail polish
collection that Thakoon
Panichgul created with NARS
is one of the year’s hottest and
most anticipated releases.
TV and movie tie-ins are
hot as well. OPI came out with
colours inspired by “Alice in
Wonderland”, “Burlesque,”
“The Muppets” and “Shrek,”
and has upcoming sets inspired
by “The Amazing Spider-
Man” and Minnie Mouse.
China Glaze released the
much-talked-about Hunger
Games collection while
Sephora by OPI came out
with Glee-inspired shades
including a blue one called
“Slushied”. Soon, Orly’s Dark
Shadows collection, which
was based on the upcoming
Tim Burton/Johnny Depp
film, will also be available for
purchase.
There has been an
explosion of nail polish blogs
worldwide. YouTube has been
inundated with nail art tutorials.
The nail industry continues
to flourish with the birth of
new brands, the return of old
trends (crackle, magnetic) and
the development of new ones
(gel, polish strips and decals,
caviar).
In the Philippines,
collections constantly and
consistently sell out and nail
polish fans welcome the arrival
of new brands and collections
with open arms.
“Nail polish is the fastest-
growing segment of the beauty
industry. My company’s sales
have gone up by 50 per cent
over the last 18 months due to
nail polish sales,” said Shelly
Lazaro, president of Cytherea
Global Cosmetics, the official
distributor of SpaRitual in the
Philippines.
She added, “People are
using nail polish to express accessory.” flying off the shelves.”
themselves in the most unique Sevrine Miailhe, marketing And why shouldn’t they
and colourful ways. With a communication manager of fly?
variety of shades to choose Rustan’s Cosmetics, Perfumery Nail polish is a fun and
from, it satisfies our inherent and Toiletries Division, agrees. risk-free way of playing with
desire to individualise and “Nail polish has become a trends. Peter Philips, creative
theatricalise—an affordable fashion accessory, a fashion director for Chanel Makeup,
luxury that is adding fun to statement. You can play with said to The New York Times,
our daily lives.” amazing colours—blue, green, “Nail polish is just makeup. If
Flying off shelves yellow, black, orange. There’s it doesn’t work out, you can
Donna Rae Viola-Andrada, glitter, matte, nail art. You can wipe it off.”
marketing manager at Sprint definitely be more daring.” Nail polish is the new
Asia, the official distributor Rustan’s, which offers a lipstick. This has been echoed
of Orly in the country, said, number of prestige nail polish numerous times—by The New
“We felt the growth in the brands including Chanel, York Times, Time Magazine,
demand for nail polish two Dior, NARS, Laura Mercier many other publications, beauty
to three years ago and it’s and Deborah Lippmann, has brands and industry experts.
continuously increasing. We witnessed the increase in demand And it’s a truth that is
see how quickly Orly’s nail for polish. Sevrine said, “ mirrored by my own life. I
lacquers sell out. Women like “Customers come looking only wear lipstick when I go
matching their outfits with for new colours before they to weddings, but I feel naked
their nail colour. A polished set even arrive in the store. Our when my nails are lacquer-
of nails has become a fashion best-selling nail colours are free.
Vientiane Times Wednesday May 2, 2012 Feature 21

Staff of Lao Press in Foreign Languages explore Xien glieb Cave in Khammuan province. The entrance to Xienglieb Cave, an enticing prospect for would-be explorers.

Discover Xienglieb Cave and follow the legend

Somxay Sengdara and didn’t really expect to find Xienglieb Cave is located limestone rocks. the far end of the cave. the place and love climbing so

O
ur bus stopped
some minutes after
leaving Thakhek,
the provincial
capital of Khammuan. “Are
there really any interesting
caves so close to town?” I
wondered as we set off across
some paddy fields in search of
places to explore.
I was familiar with the
landscape of Khammuan
province, especially the area
around Thakhek district,
which I had passed through
on the way to my hometown
in Savannakhet. I could see
mountains in the far distance,
any rocky outcrops near the
town.
But I knew that new
tourist attractions had been
uncovered and opened up in
recent years, so perhaps we
would be in luck.
And yes, there was a cave,
named Xienglieb. I was lucky
enough to explore it in the
company of my colleagues
from the Lao Press in Foreign
Languages.
We were accompanied on
our trip by some villagers – an
older person and two children
who took good care of us for
the entire tour through the
cave.
14 kilometres northeast of
Thakhek on Road No. 12 near
Songkhone village.
Legend has it that the
cave was named after a xieng
(former novice) was ‘sneaking
around’, or lieb, because he
was in love with the daughter
of a mountain hermit, and was
looking for an opportunity to
catch a glimpse of her in the
cave.
Entering the cave at the
foot of a 300-metre cliff, we all
had to crawl, rather than walk.
There was an underground
stream that was full of clear
water, as well as a sandbank
and beautiful yet very sharp
“We are just like
Xienglieb. This fascinating
cave motivates us to try hard,”
said a member of our party.
It was not known whether
Xienglieb succeeded in
reaching his love, but we
succeeded in experiencing the
natural beauty of this cave. It’s
not far from the town centre,
so everybody should make
the time to visit it when in the
neighbourhood.
Our tour guides were only
amateurs, but they had been
well trained by an adventure
outfit called Green Climbers
Home. And they made sure
not to tell us what lay ahead at
“Wow!” interjected
the members of our group
simultaneously after seeing
a row of wooden/bamboo
bungalows set up on flat land.
Green Climbers Home is
run by German couple Mr
Uli and Ms Tanja Weidner
in partnership with the
Vientiane-based tour operator
Green Discovery. They
accommodate adventurers
who come here for rock
climbing and to enjoy the
silence and tranquility.
Ms Tanja said “We wanted
to live in Laos, so running this
business here was the best
way to do it, because we like
much.”
Rock climbing in Laos
only got started in 2002.
The countless extraordinary
structures and formations
around the mountains
throughout Laos invite the bold
to climb them. You can find
more than 250 routes in Laos,
most of them in Vangvieng
district of Vientiane province,
and in Thakhek district.
Luckily, Xienglieb is
close to town so it’s easily
accessible. There are many
incredible places of natural
beauty waiting to be explored,
especially this cave and its
romantic legend.

Department of Water Resources and Environment

Sustainable Management of Watersheds in the Lower Mekong Basin - NamTon Project
Procurement Notice
1. Together with the Government of Lao PDR, KfW (German Development Bank)
is co-financing the implementation of the pilot watershed management project in
the Nam Ton watershed called “Sustainable Management of Watersheds in the
Lower Mekong Basin” (SUMALOM-Nam Ton). The project is embedded into the
National Water Resources Policy and Strategy for 2011-2015. The Department
of Water Resources, Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment (MoNRE)
intends to apply part of the proceeds of the grant to eligible payments under a
contract for which this Invitation for Bids is issued by the Department of Water
Resources acting as Executing Agency.
2. The SUMALOM-Nam Ton now is preparing tender construction of 5
Irrigation Schemes: 4 in HinHerb district, Vientiane Province and 1
in Sang Thong district, Vientiane Capital: the tender is planned to be
published for invitation on May 2012.
3. Bidding will be carried out based on the Decree on Government Procurement
of Goods, Works, Maintenance and Services on 9 January 2004 and
Implementing Rules and Regulations, No. 0063/MOF on 12 March 2004,
issued by the Ministry of Finance.
4. The form of selecting bidders will be by Regional Competitive Bidding
(incl Pre-Qualification). This procurement is open to all eligible bidders,
having construction business license (Grade 1) in Laos and/or construction
companies registered and operating in the Lower Mekong Region Countries
(Laos, Cambodia, Thailand, and Vietnam)
5. A complete set of the Bidding Documents in English Language will be allowed to
purchase by the interested bidders on submission of a written application to the
address below beginning at 3 May 2012 and upon payment of a non-refundable
fee of US$100. The method of payment shall be in cash or cashier’s check.
7. All bids shall be accompanied by a Bid Security in amount of 2% (two) of the
bid price. The bid Security form shall be a bank guarantee in accordance with
the provided form in the Bidding Document.
9. The address referred to above is:
Mr. Thanongsay Douangnoulak
Sustainable Management of Watersheds in the Lower Mekong Basin Project
(SUMALOM - Nam Ton)
Department of Water Resources
Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment
Prime Minister's Office
LaneXang Avenue, 01000,
P.O.Box 821, Vientiane, Lao P.D.R
Tel: +856-21-241 744 ext.114,
Fax: +856-21-251 963
Email: thanongxayy@gmail.com
VACANCY
The Health Poverty Action is seeking an experienced and qualified candidate to fill a staff position
of Secretary. This post will be based in Vientiane Capital.
Responsibilities
Office Administration Responsibilities:
a) Functions as a receptionist and handles all in-coming telephone calls, arranges appointments
with relevant organizations
b) Transmits and receives fax/email messages and distributes appropriately
c) Functions as liaison staff between field offices and Vientiane office especially in the field of
administrative matters
d) Acts as leave monitor and maintains records of daily attendance and leave taken by Vientiane
staff
e) Maintains staff training records together with PMs/TLs
f) Maintains inventory of all HPA projects’ fixed assets according to the HPA rules and regulations
and responsible for the safety and maintenance of office equipment and all other HPA property
g) Ensures that all office files (such as Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ministry of Health, LWU, Ministry
of Agiculture and Forestry and other relevant government partners), including electronic files, are
kept in order and up to date
h) Ensures that transportation of staff related to work is available
i) Assists in logistics such as quotations, procurement, transportation, travel, appointments and
ensures that bookings are arranged as requested
j) Facilitates logistical arrangements during visits to projects by HPA London staff, and other visitors,
including visa arrangements for foreign staff and visitors.
k) Records all visits and their purposes
l) Prepares/photocopies/types programme documents as required
m) Checks vehicle log books on a monthly basis to ensure compliance to regulations and report to
Administration Officer and Project Managers/Team Leaders as necessarily
n) Provides oral/written interpretation/translation (Lao-English or English-Lao) as required by
supervisors
o) Assists Communication and Learning Officer in setting up and maintaining office library/
resources
p) Assists with other duties as delegated by the Country Director and/or Finance and Administration
Manager/Project Managers/Team Leaders
Financial responsibilities (as required):
a) Facilitates bank transactions as required
b) Assists Finance Officer to withdraw, deposit and transfer money for field activities and office as
required and requests monthly bank statements as required
Qualifications required:
a) Bachelor Degree of University
b) Experience in financial management
c) Good written and spoken English
d) Excellent Lao language skills
e) Computer literacy in Excel and other accounting packages.
Personal qualities:
• A self-managed and self-motivated person who needs minimal supervision.
• A capacity to be flexible under difficult conditions.
• Commitment to the aims and overall policy of Health Poverty Action
Desirable qualities
a) Previous experience of working with INGO or international organizations or knowledge of
international standard pattern.
All interested applicants should submit a CV and an application letter in a standard application form
available at the HPA Office in Vientiane, No 095 Ban Phonexay, Saysettha District, Tel: 021 264960-1,
Fax: 021 264961, e-mail: huvtelaos@laopdr.com. Electronic Application form and full job descriptions are
available upon request. Closing date is 11 May 2012. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for
interview. Women are encouraged to apply.
22 Wednesday May 2, 2012
Art & Entertainment
Music contest showcases youth talent
Ounkham Pimmata
Powerful vocals and an
impressive stage performance
by Ms Dalavi Silimongkhoun
won over the judges at the
Songfahadao (Search for a
Star) contest in Vientiane on
Saturday night.
Ms Dalavi took home
three million kip plus a Unitel
gift set after winning first
prize in the competition, run
by TK Entertainment and
Star Telecom and held at the
National Culture Hall.
The judges scored
contestants on vocals, stage
presentation, dress and talent.
Ms Dalavi’s solo act drew
cheers and applause from the
audience for her dress and
appearance as much as her
performance.
Second place went to Mr
Hongkham Xayalath, who
received two million kip,
and the third prize of one
million kip went to Ms Anita
Phommahaxay. They also
received Unitel gift sets. perform on stage, with a view to
The event featured 22
performances, with contestants
The band Appcilon performs during the competition.
offering up rock, pop, dance
and hip-hop numbers.
The contest aimed to give
young people with singing talent
and ability an opportunity to
developing the best performers
into professional singers signed
to TK Entertainment.
The contest began in
December 2011, with more
than 200 solo contestants and
groups. By February, 35 acts
were left which were further
reduced to a final 22 in March.
The final 22 contestants
received stage training and held
interviews with newspapers,
radio stations and television.
During the contest, TK
singers joined special guests
such as DJ Pook, Tamon, 831
band, Jack, Top, Ambition and
Maxi.
Vientiane Times
What’s On
Vientiane
- The 6th Lao Women Artists Exhibition at the National Institute of
Fine Arts in Ban Chao Anou until May 10, open until 5.30 pm.
- Action with Lao Children Library: Open Mon to Fri 9am to 6pm and
Sat 9am to 3pm. Come in and read and borrow Lao, Japanese, Thai
and English books. Located in Ban Saphangmor, Xaysettha district.
- Permanent UXO exhibition and the provision of artificial limbs for
victims. COPE Visitor Centre, Khouvieng Road, opposite Green
Park Hotel. Every day: 9am-6pm.
- Chess Club meets at 1pm every Sunday at City Inn on Pangkham
Road, Vientiane.
Contact: Gabriel_smit@hotmail.com
- Women’s International Group. For activities and times email
wiglaosmembership@gmail.com
- Toastmasters Club meets every Sun. from 4-6pm at
Khopchaideu restaurant (3F). Everyone is welcome.
- Meditation at Vat Sokpaluang every Saturday, 4-5.30pm.
- English Language Church Service every Sunday 10am at the
ARDA Language Centre (near the Mercure, formerly Novotel). Call
(021) 261441, or visit http://www.the-chs.org
- European Food Festival on May 9 at the National Culture Hall.
- A seminar on scholarships to study in Japan 2013 will be held on
May 12 from 9-12am at the National University of Laos.
Luang Prabang Rules Football Club -Meet
at 6.30 pm on Thursdays for
Big Brother Mouse helps training, please contact the
young people practise their LE President at president_
English at free drop-in sessions, laoelephants@laopdr.com
9-11am and 5-7pm, open every for details and other meeting
day. Just come to our office at areas.
9am or 5pm in Ban Vat Nong, Buffalos Rugby - men’s
around the corner from 3 Nagas rugby training Tuesday
Hotel. www.bigbrothermouse. evenings 6 - 7:30pm. All
com. welcome. Sunday morning

Lao photojournalists to put new

Traditional Arts and social touch rugby - male,
Ethnology Centre. Open 9am- female all ages welcome.
6pm, Tues-Sun. Free. For either, contact

perspectives on display
Some of the photos that will exhibit at the School of Fine Arts.
Phoonsab Thevongsa
Lao photojournalists will
soon exhibit their work at the
School of Fine Arts in Anou
village, Vientiane, after honing
their skills and perspectives
following a workshop last
year.
The exhibition, named Laos
Titanic band leader’s final letter sells for $154,974
(China Daily) -- A
letter written by the British
bandleader on the Titanic to
his parents in England five-
days before the ship struck an
iceberg and sank a century ago
sold for nearly US$155,000 in
an online auction on Thursday.
An unnamed US investment
group bought the letter written
by Wallace Hartley, 33, who
led the ship’s eight-piece band,
which played ragtime and other
tunes to calm the passengers as
Today, will comprise the work
of 15 photojournalists from
various print media agencies.
The exhibit will feature
more than 100 photos revealing
diverse aspects of Lao culture,
heritage and lifestyle, along
with landscapes, portraits and
other stunning shots captured
around the country.
the ship slowly slipped beneath
the waves of the north Atlantic.
“It was a microcosm of
the whole tragedy,” Bobby
Livingston, an executive with
New Hampshire-based RR
Auction which handled the
sale, said about the letter.
“There was the hope he was
going to see his parents again,”
he added in an interview.
Hartley mailed the letter on
April 11, 1912 during the ship’s
stop in Queenstown, Ireland,
The photo exhibition is the
fruit of a workshop that was
held in Vientiane last October,
led by American professional
photojournalist Mr Andrew
Craft, who has over 18 years of
experience.
The workshop was
sponsored by the United
States Embassy to Laos
according to Livingston. The
Titanic sank in the early hours
of April 15 on its maiden
voyage from England with the
loss of 1,517 lives.
“We have a fine band and the
boys seem very nice,” Hartley
wrote in the letter, promising
to see his parents the following
Sunday when he returned.
“This is a fine ship and
we ought to have plenty of
money on her,” he added on the
letterhead paper inscribed “On
and organised by the Lao
Journalists’ Association with
help of Langkorng (the Lao
Photographers Society).
Vice President of the
Lao Journalists’ Association,
Mr Somsanouk Mixay, said
“The upcoming exhibition
is very important for Lao
photojournalists, as it seems
that most of them are young
participants. I could see
how they’ve learned new
techniques and ideas from the
workshop they attended. Here
in this event we can see how
they adapted their perspectives
through these works.”
“I think it’s a very rewarding
event for Lao photojournalists,
since this sector urgently needs
development. As we can see,
the Lao print media now cares
more about the quality of
photos. But it’s quite a long way
to equal neighbouring countries
that have more enlightening,
informing, and inspiring photos
to bring to their audience,” Mr
Somsanouk said.
The upcoming exhibition
was a demonstration of the
photographers’ inspiration and
determination, he added. Mr
Somsanouk urged everyone,
especially those with an
interest in photography, to visit
the event.
board R.M.S. Titanic.”
The 180 lots in the auction
sold for more than US$600,000.
Other items included a silver
certificate from the pocket of the
head barber who survived the
tragedy. It fetched US$39,402.
Another letter on ship
stationery from a survivor in
first class sold for $35,193 and
a small salvaged piece of the
ship’s grand staircase grand
staircase had a US$15,800
price tag.
www.taeclaos.org
Ock Pop Tok
Living Crafts Centre open daily
for free guided tour. Natural
dyes, weaving and batik
drawing classes daily. 9am-
5pm. Free transfer from Ock
Pop Tok shops in town to the
weaving centre on the Mekong.
Call 071 212597
Royal Palace National
Museum. Open 8.30-11.30am
and 1.30-4.30pm from
Wednesday to Monday.
UXO Visitor Centre. Open
Mon-Fri 8.30am-12 and
2-5pm. Right turn just before
President’s Monument on the
Northern Rd.
Museums
Lao National Museum
on Samsenthai Road opposite
National Culture Hall. Open
Mon-Fri during office hours
and on weekends from 9am to
4pm.
Horphakeo Museum
on Setthathirat Road
opposite Vat Sisaket. Open
Mon-Sun during office hours.
Sports
Luang Prabang Laos Open from
May 3-6, at Luang Prabang Golf
Club.
ANZ Vientiane Lions
Women’s Rugby Club –
Wednesday night fitness
sessions from 7:30 at VIS. Pitch
trainings Thursday nights from
19:30 and Sunday from 16:00
at Polytechnic Pitch in Ban
Phonphapao. Contact Vieng
on 020 54234111 or Maggie
on 020 78110019 for more
information.
Champa Ban Youth Rugby –
Rugby activities with a focus
on fun, games and healthy
living message. Free and open
to all. Visit www.laorugby.com
or contact Noui 020 54905090
or Maggie on 020 78110019 for
more information.
Lao Elephants Australian
John (020 77140176), Bob
(020 55510443) and Tom (020
2281111) for more information.
Wild Hogs Rugby training
at the Polytechnic pitch
in Phonpapao village,
Sisattanak, at 8pm on Tues.
and Thurs. Optional Saturday
touch session at That Luang
at 5:30pm, Sunday fitness at
That Luang at 5:30pm. Call
020 77615677
or Chris 020 77834385.
Lao Mahout Netball team
trains every Tues. at 6pm at
Vientiane International School.
For more information contact
Saeng on 020 77442689.
Lions Women’s Rugby from
7.30pm on Tues and Thurs at
the Polytechnic pitch. Contact
Noui on 020 4905090 or
Maggie on 020 54656153.
Youth Community Rugby
Sessions
Training for U15 Boys and
U17 Girls at the Polytechnic
pitch in Phonpapao village,
Sisattanak, at 7:30pm on
Wed. Training for children of
all ages at 9am on Sunday.
Aqua-fitness Fri 10-11am;
Sat 11-12. Please contact
Sarah at 020 54147069 or
nsteam @live.fr
Body Language at Vientiane
Accueil, Khouvieng Rd.
Class includes stretching and
respiratory exercises with
an oriental touch. Tues. and
Thurs. from 5.30-6.30pm.
Contact 020 5612107.
Aerobics at Sokpalouang
swimming pool, Sisattanak
district. Open every day from
6am-8pm.
Vientiane Hash House Harriers
Meet at Nam Phu Fountain
every Saturday for travel to
out-of-town runs. Mixed Hash,
register at 3.45pm and depart
4pm. Monday,VH3, family
Hash. 3 runs - short, medium
and long. Meet at 5pm at
advertised venue. Phones:
223867, 217493,
mobile 020 5511293, 5514669.
Vientiane Times Wednesday May 2, 2012 Sports 23

Madrid, Barca rebound from

Europe with big wins
MADRID (AP) -- Spanish
leader Real Madrid closed in
on its first league title in four
years by strolling to a 3-0
victory over Sevilla, though
Barcelona prevented its arch
rival from seizing the trophy for
at least another round with a 7-0
thrashing of Rayo Vallecano on
Sunday.
Spain’s powerhouses re-
covered from unexpected
midweek Champions League
semifinals exits with easy
victories, as Madrid maintained
its seven point advantage
over the three-time defending
Maria Sharapova sits on the Porsche Carrera she won after beating champions for at least another
Victoria Azarenka 6-1, 6-4 in the final of the Porsche Tennis Grand three days as the countdown
Prix in Germany on Sunday. --Photo AP on Barcelona coach Pep
Guardiola’s tenure began.
Barcelona’s most successful
period could only be pleased
by the team’s reaction at the
Vallecas Stadium.
Messi scored from a typical
Barca buildup in the 16th minute
as Sanchez dragged his markers
into the centre before passing
wide to Pedro, who unselfishly
picked out Messi at the far post.
Messi won possession
in midfield in the 26th and
Keita collected to put Sanchez
through, with the Chile striker
getting past goalkeeper David
Cobeno and seeing his shot
from an impossible angle turned
in by Correa.
Messi cut inside past two
defenders in the 38th and slid a
spectacular pass through the legs
the league now.”
Benzema set up Ronaldo’s
19th-minute opener as he rolled
a short pass into his teammate’s
path and the Portugal forward
cut back to shake his marker and
slot home a low shot inside the
opposite corner.
Benzema atoned for a pair
of first-half misses in the 48th
when he redirected Angel di
Maria’s skipping cross into the
area past Varas. Four minutes
later, Varas could only watch the
France striker’s powerful header
fly past him into the top of the
goal. It was the Frenchman’s
20th league goal and 31st in all
competitions, making this his
best season at Madrid.
Madrid goalkeeper Iker
goalkeeper Jose Manuel Pinto
made a pair of impressive
diving stops in the first half in
a rare league start in place of
Victor Valdes. Andres Iniesta
and Cesc Fabregas were on the
substitutes’ bench while Xavi
Hernandez and Gerard Pique
were missing due to injury.
Under the watchful eye of
Qatar owner Sheik Abdullah
Bin Nasser Al-Thani, Malaga
continued its run toward
securing a Champions League
spot as it beat Valencia 1-0 to
match the third-place club’s
55-point total.
Ignacio Camacho headed
in the 27th-minute winner for
the hosts, who enjoyed a man
advantage over the final half

Sharapova beats Azarenka

Madrid can secure its record of a third Rayo player for Keita Casillas was rarely tested aside hour after Sofiane Feghouli was
32nd championship regardless to slot past Cobeno for 3-0. from Alvaro Negredo’s weak red carded for clashing with
of Barcelona’s result against The world player of the year, first-half effort, while Barcelona Jose Rondon.

in Porsche final Malaga Wednesday if its wins at

STUTTGART, Germany
(AP) -- Second-ranked Maria
Sharapova cruised past top-
ranked Victoria Azarenka
6-1, 6-4 on Sunday to win the
Porsche Grand Prix for her
first title of the year.
Sharapova lost the finals
of the Australian Open and
Indian Wells this year to
Azarenka, and the Russian
had never beaten her rival
from Belarus in four previous
encounters in a final.
“I am really pleased to
win such a tough tournament,
against such tough opponents,”
said Sharapova, before
collecting the white sports
car donated by the sponsor.
“Victoria could not perform
at her best because of her
injury.”
Azarenka, who fell to 29-2
this year but will keep the No.
1 spot, had her playing, right
wrist taped after the first set.
She was seeking her fifth title
of the year.
“I am disappointed to lose,
but still I had a good week,”
Azarenka said.
Sharapova, a former No.
1, won her 25th career title, an
honor roll that also includes
three Grand Slam titles.
Sharapova made her
debut this year in Stuttgart, a
tournament played on indoor
clay that brought together
the eight top-ranked players.
Sunday was her fourth clay
court title.
The Russian needed 30
minutes to roll through the
first set, ending it by firing and
ace with her second serve.
She broke serve for a
4-3 lead and closed out the
match with a service winner.
Sharapova is now 22-4 for the
year.
“I came here mainly to
warm up for the French Open,
so it’s been a good week,” she
said.
Athletic Bilbao.
“The sooner (we win the
league), the better,” Madrid
assistant coach Aitor Karanka
said Madrid extended its league
record goal tally to 112 goals
with three games remaining for
the club to further inflate the
total.
Karim Benzema struck twice
in quick succession following
Cristiano Ronaldo’s record
43rd league goal as Madrid
bounced back from losing to
Bayern Munich on penalties at
midweek.
Meanwhile, Lionel Messi
scored a pair to end a four
game scoreless run and match
Ronaldo’s 43-goal mark with
his 65th goal in all competitions.
The Argentina forward had a
hand in an own goal by Roberto
Correa, a strike by Seydou Keita
and Pedro Rodriguez’s brace as
the Catalan club ended a three-
game winless stretch, with
Thiago Alcantara also scoring.
Guardiola announced
Friday he would depart at the
end of the season with assistant
Tito Vilanova taking over,
and the coaching pair behind
who was left in tears following
Barcelona’s unlikely Champions
League exit to Chelsea, certainly
looked refreshed as he fed
Sanchez to the left and met the
Chilean’s return pass inside the
area for a shot that came off the
crossbar but onto the path of
Pedro for an easy goal.
Messi laid the ball off for
Thiago to head substitute Daniel
Alves’ cross home in the 77th
before Pedro controlled Messi’s
long ball to blast past Cobeno
in the 87th. Messi added his
second in the 90th minute to
match Ronaldo’s for the record
league total after the Portugal
forward opened the scoring at
the Santiago Bernabeu stadium
with his 57th goal of the season,
as he recovered from a missed
penalty against Bayern Munich.
The European loss left Madrid
without a Champions League
final appearance for 10 years.
“This is good for us, it was
a very important game for us
as we continue on looking
to be champions,” Benzema
told Canal Plus TV as Madrid
reached 91 points to Barcelona’s Rayo Vallecano’s Aitor (left) vies for the ball with FC Barcelona’s
81. “The Champions League is Lionel Messi during a Spanish La Liga match in Madrid on
in the past, we only care about Sunday. --Photo AP

Shanti Volunteer Association (SVA)

Re-Vacancy announcement
Shanti Volunteer Association (SVA) is a Japanese non-governmental organization (NGO)
which implements aid projects in the field of education and culture since 1992 in Lao PDR
SVA has the international office network in Thailand, Cambodia and Afghanistan and Japan
with the focus on quality basic education for children’s development.
SVA Laos office is seeking the Administrative and Accounting coordinator
Duties & Responsibilities:
• Works as the leader of the administration and finance section, and supervises work of the
assistants.
• Carries out a full range of administrative, financial, logistic and coordination work for the
office management, including:-
o Keep up the compliance issues for the office management according to Lao Laws.
o Communicate and coordinate with line ministries for MOU and required documents,
and procurement of expert ID card, visa & vehicles documents.
o Manage office based on the rules and regulations, and manage office equipments and
vehicle operation.
o Manage Human Resource issues and documents.
o Manage financial issues by review and verify accuracy of financial transactions
made by an accountant and reports of various projects made by project sections and
correspond with the head quarter in Tokyo.
• Perform other duties as may be assigned by the director.
Qualification & Experience:
• Lao national, University degree in administration or accounting or other related fields
• At least 4-5 years of experience in administrative works preferably with international
organizations and a few years at a management position.
• Computer literate: ability to use data and word processing equipment, and accounting
soft-programme will be an asset.
• Excellent written and spoken English.
• Good interpersonal skills with the ability to work in a team.
Interested candidates are invited to submit an application letter, an updated CV, a recent
photo together with names & contact details of two referees and education certificate
sent to Shanti Volunteer Association Laos Office, PO Box 4561, Vientiane Lao, PDR or by
E-mail to svalaos@laotel.com , svalaos@hotmail.com , sva-loh@laotel.com
Closing date for applications on 07 May 2012
Only short-listed candidates will be contracted to interview. Document will not be returned.
24
Wednesday May 2, 2012
Sport
Chelsea hits 6 past QPR, Spurs cruise to 2-0 win
LONDON (AP) -- Chelsea
showed its rivals for England’s
final Champions League place
just how hard they will have to
fight to finish in the top four,
beating Queens Park Rangers
6-1 on Sunday.
Although Tottenham re-
turned to fourth place with
a 2-0 win over Blackburn,
Fernando Torres’ first hat trick
in more than 2½ years helped
confirm that Chelsea is the in-
form team of three aiming to
qualify for Europe’s club top
competition.
Chelsea, which could
yet render the race for fourth
place immaterial if it wins
next month’s Champions
League final, hit four goals
in the opening 25 minutes at
Stamford Bridge and only
conceded with six minutes
left.
The Blues reached the
Champions League final in
midweek by completing a two-
legged win over Barcelona and
would qualify as defending
champion if it beats Bayern
Munich for the trophy, leaving
England’s fourth-place team to
enter the second-tier Europa
League instead.
“After a Champions
League game in midweek,
it always proves difficult in
the next game in the Premier
League,” Chelsea interim
manager Roberto Di Matteo
said: “I have to say that the
team surprised me. I wasn’t
expecting but I was hoping.
“They really put in a great
performance today.”
Chelsea’s Fernando Torres (right) vies for the ball with Queen Park
Rangers’ Clint Hill during a match at Stamford Bridge Stadium in
London on Sunday.
Daniel Sturridge scored
after 49 seconds, John Terry
headed in a corner and the
rejuvenated Torres scored
twice to put the result beyond
doubt with more than an hour
remaining.
The Spain striker’s first goal
was very similar to the one that
earned a 2-2 draw at Barcelona.
He knocked the ball around the
goalkeeper with one touch and
rolled it into an unguarded net
with his next.
He made it 4-0 after
goalkeeper Paddy Kenny
had dropped the slippery ball
--Photo AP
following a header back to
him from teammate Nedum
Onuoha.
Torres struck again in
the 64th for his first hat trick
since September 2009, when
he scored three times in
Liverpool’s 6-1 win over Hull,
and substitute Florent Malouda
scored in the 80th.
Djibril Cisse got a late goal
back for relegation-threatened
QPR.
After just eight goals in his
first 61 games since joining
Chelsea for 50 million pounds
(US$81.3 million), Torres
now has four from his last two
matches.
“I was feeling very good,
very sharp, playing well, but
I couldn’t score,” Torres said.
“Now I feel I’m not playing as
well as before, but I am scoring
goals, which is the important
thing for the strikers.”
With Chelsea fans looking
forward to next month’s
Champions League final and
FA Cup final, the opening half-
hour was played in a party
atmosphere despite heavy rain
that meant water splashed with
players’ every footstep and
the ball barely traveled when
passed along the ground.
Still, a large number
of Chelsea fans jeered and
taunted QPR defender Anton
Ferdinand throughout for his
accusation earlier this season
that Terry had racially abused
him.
Terry lost the England
captaincy and faces a criminal
trial after the European
Championship in the summer.
The furor meant that
the traditional pre-match
handshake between the sides
was abandoned Sunday to
avoid the players coming into
contact outside of the game.
Defeat further damaged
QPR’s chances of avoiding
relegation, although it is still
just above the bottom three on
goal difference.
“We’ve damaged our own
goal difference today,” QPR
manager Mark Hughes said.
“At halftime we talked about
that.”
Hendry thrashes
defending snooker champ
SHEFFIELD, England
(Xinhua) -- China’s last player
at the Crucible, Cao Yupeng,
was overpowered 13-7 by
Ryan Day in the last 16 clash
on Saturday while Stephen
Hendry shut out the defending
champion John Higgins
13-4 to reach the quarter-
finals of the World Snooker
Championship.
Cao, who turned
professional just last year,
trailed the Welshmen 9-7 after
the second session but failed to
win a frame tonight.
Under the best of 25
frames, the 32-year-old Ryan
rattled off the four frames in
a row and claimed a breezing
victory at the Crucible Theatre,
where the Championship was
staged since 1977. He will
meet either Matthew Stevens
or Barry Hawkins.
Cao’s last-16 finish is the
best result for Chinese players
in this year’s event after top
player Ding Junhui suffered
a shock first-round defeat to
Ryan.
“It’s a pity that I didn’t
make it to the next round. But
when you trail the opponent
6-2 after the first session, it’s
very difficult to overtake,” said
the 21-year-old.
The debutant Cao stunned
the home crowd in the first
round as the world number 11
Mark Allen was upset 10-6 by
the Chinese qualifier, whose
world ranking was just 81.
“I think I have gained
Vientiane Times
some experience from my
first Championship. The
atmosphere and the venue here
are amazing. I will try to qualify
for this event next year.”
Hendry, the seven-time
winner of this yearly biggest
tournament of snooker, had
already held an overwhelming
12-4 lead after last night’s
session and completed the
victory with a break of 64 to
set up a last-eight clash with
Stephen Maguire, who saw off
Joe Perry 13-7 in the morning.
Higgins, the four-time
winner of the event, regarded
the contest last night as one
of his worst sessions in career,
when he lost seven of the eight
frames.
“I thought Stephen hit the
ball tremendously well, he
looked back to his best. I really
don’t know what happened,”
said the 37-year-old.
“This place can do that to
you, I’ve seen it before, it can
bring you your good moments
but it can also give you your
worst nightmare.”
The 43-year-old Hendry,
who last won this title in
1999, had to qualify for the
Championship as he had
dropped out of the world’s
top 16 this season but is still
promising to clinch an eighth
title.
In the first round, the
“Snooker King” hit a
sensational start to the event
with a 147 maximum break on
the opening day.
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CAMCE to make Vientiane a new world

Times Reporters

A
Lao-Chinese joint
venture is injecting
a massive amount
of investment in real estate
project in Vientiane, vowing to
give the capital city facelift.
CAMCE Investment, a joint
venture between a Chinese
state-owned enterprise CAMC
Engineering and Kitriphong
Group, plans to spend over
US$600 million to complete a
construction complex project
in three phases on 42 hectares
of Don Chan Mekong Island
in Vientiane over six to eight
years.
With a planned total
construction area of more than
700 thousand square meter
and a development scheme of
Vientiane New World, Glory of
Laos, the company is currently
building 50 villas, the first phase
of the project, in southern part
of the island and will complete A bird’s eye view of the VNW project after completion.
in about five months so that the
Lao government can use the walking streets in Laos, with
facilities to accommodate heads a large variety of shops,
bars, nightclubs and etc. The
company aims to create for the
public a shopping paradise, a
food paradise, an entertainment
paradise as well as a traveling
paradise.
He also said that a shopping
mall will be built next to
the walking street and will
accommodate Vientiane’s first
international-standard cinema.
The International Residence
Mr Yao. Center, Mr Yao said, will
of Asia-Europe delegations become the best international
during the 9th ASEM Summit community in Vientiane.
in this coming November. He said that in Vientiane,
Mr Yao, Managing Director there are more than 100
of CAMCE Investment, said thousand foreigners whose
that ASEM Summit is an event accommodation needs are not
of historical significance. fully fulfilled at present. The ASEM VILLA - the official mansion for the 48 heads of state during the 9th ASEM Summit.
Each of the past Meetings has VNW International Residence
witnessed great enhancement Center, a concentrated urban independent headquarter real estate market in Laos. economic progress and the foreign companies have ever
of regional consensus. residence area, will be designed buildings for large enterprises, Mr. Yao said that one of the development of transportation gotten.”
ASEM Villa, a tribute to this with international standard to SOHO for medium- and main reasons that the company system, an enormous growth Mr Yao said as a real estate
year’s event, will also have meet the needs of difference small- companies, even with decided to invest in Laos was can be expected. project, the company pays
remarkable value after the people. Residence area will be a living functionality, as well that it saw bright future of the Mr Yao said that CAMCE great attention to localization.
meeting is over. The company equipped with comprehensive as a landmark office building, country. Located in the middle saw the promising future in CAMCE has had successful
has been approached by some facilities and will be surrounded which is going to be the highest of the Mekong region, Laos Laos’s real estate market and collaboration with local
international organizations by shops, restaurants and etc. construction in Vientiane with will become logistic centre believes that it will be a good employees in the past, so the
who intend to rent the villas The third phase of the real a height of more than 100 and transit point among other investment. company believes that in the
as head offices, as well as estate development project is meter. neighboring countries. CAMCE really appreciates future, local employees will take
individual buyers. to build International Business “We hiked a number He also said that a large the strong support and up more responsibilities and
The company will kick off Centre where local and foreign of consultants to conduct number of international encouragement from the Lao make bigger contributions.
the second phase of the real companies can locate their feasibility studies. We finally tourists will come to Laos over government, said Mr. Yao. Mr. Yao said that once
estate development project offices in. find out that this is good upcoming years. Compared to “The company has received 50 the project was completed, it
in the second half of this According to Mr Yao, opportunity for us to invest,” other Southeastern countries, years land concession with 40 expects to create more than
year, which will consist of Laos is now experiencing Mr. Yao told Vientiane Times, Laos still has a lot of potential years renewable. It is one of the 5,000 direct and indirect jobs
two parts: the International fast economic development, expressing his confidence in in tourism. With its rapid biggest favorable conditions for Laos.
Cultural and Tourist Center where foreign investment
and the International Residence flows in and local companies
Center. grow continuously, both
Mr Yao said that after calling for a high-quality
completion, the International office environment. To fulfill
Cultural and Tourist Center different needs, the company
will become one of the best will build three types of offices:

Exchange rates as of April 30, 2012

Banque pour le Commerce Exterieur Lao

Foreign Currencies Buying Selling

US Dollar 50-100 7,968 8,007

Thai Baht 259.89 261.20

Euro 50-500 10,533 10,585

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EDL-Gen surge powers on

Vientiane: Turnover faded to Friday’s close but was still strong.

Lao and EU officials meet on Monday to discuss the impact of the European debt crisis on the Lao
economy.

EU expects to increase aid

to Laos despite debt crisis
Times Reporters
Support for EDL-Gen stock is strong and deservedly so at its current resistance price.
EDL-Gen dipped briefly in the second and third closings to 4,950 kip, but then recovered The European Union will
back to 5,000 kip. provide more aid to Laos over
With one session to go the electricity stock had already traded 199K stocks, almost at Friday’s the next several years despite
close.
facing debt and a financial
By the close 146.6K stocks had traded 15K above Friday’s close.
BCEL dropped from Friday’s big turnover 131.7 stocks to 29.8K, but none the less volumes crisis, EU officials said on
are starting to emerge for the banking stock. Monday.
The LSX will be closed today as will some other exchanges, for the International Labour Day The officials made the
(May Day) public holiday. announcement at a meeting
in Vientiane with Lao senior
government officials to discuss
the impact of the ongoing
European Union debt crisis on
socio-economic development
in Laos.
The EU is not just a
major donor to Laos but also
an importer of Lao garment
products. The ongoing debt
crisis in the eurozone has led
to concerns among policy
makers and businesspeople
about the possible negative
impacts it could have on the
GLOBAL MARKETS SNAPSHOT progress of development in
• US Indexes: US markets resume following late gains last week, which should help Laos.
markets stay positive for the early part of the week. Volume trading improved a little According to a presentation
in the last 4 days of last week, indicating risk on in some sectors. Investors remain very by EU officials, the European
wary of banking stocks. Asean banking stocks have outperformed this year particularly Union will reduce aid to
in Thailand. All US indexes closed up: the Dow 13228.31, NASDAQ 3069.20, S&P500 developing nations so that
1403.36. more assistance can be given to
• European indexes: London FTSE +28.39 to 5777.11, German DAX +61.42 to 6801.32, the least developed countries,
Paris CAC40 +36.95 to 3266.27. Spain: Madrid‘s unemployment rate hit 24 percent and
S&P downgraded Spain causing the index to lose 2.2 percent Friday.
• Asia indexes: The ASX is gaining momentum and was right on its daily average on Friday 1st quarter employment growth
turning over AU$5,515,351,039. Intraday Newsat NWT.ASX good volumes improved as
it gained (1) cent to AUD$0.70 in early trade and extended that to AU$0.715 by midday.
PanAust PNA temporarily gained (3) cents to AU$3.24.
slows in Singapore
• Vietnam’s indexes remain closed today for public holidays.
• Japan: Unemployment is at 4 ½ percent and inflation is contained with only a 0.02 percent
Q1 rise. In a political move the BOJ is set to issue a US$63B bond monetary easing boost
to the economy.
• Oils: Nymex US$104.81; Brent was edging higher from US$119.65 / brl.
• Metals: Gold lost to US$1 US$1663-61/oz. Copper US$3.82 / lb or LME US$8418 /tn.
• Currencies: Australia’s RBA meets today and a spread of interest rate cuts to avoid panic
is likely. Two rate cuts are highly likely. Analysts predict up to 75 basis points. The AUD
was at US$1.04 and will react to the RBA announcement. China’s RMB has appreciated
around 40 percent to the US$ since 2005.
which will benefit Laos in the
coming years.
The European Union has
a budget of about 23 billion
euros available for financial
packages in cooperation with
other nations from 2012 to
2020.
In response to concerns
over the impact of the EU
debt and financial crisis on
foreign direct investment and
trade in Laos, EU officials
said the European Union was
not a major foreign investor in
Laos so the debt crisis would
not lead to a major drop in
investment funding in the
country.
The largest foreign
investors in Laos are Vietnam,
China and Thailand, with most
investment in the mining and
hydropower sectors, according
to the Ministry of Planning
and Investment. Their data
shows that the Lao economy
is not reliant on the European
Union.
EU officials also said the
impact of the financial crisis on
Lao exports would be limited,
pointing out that most of Laos’
exports to the EU are garment
products, which account for a
small portion of total export
value.
Most garment exports go
to European nations that are
not involved in the debt crisis.
The EU nations most in debt
are Ireland, Italy and Portugal,
while Germany and France are
still financially strong.
EU officials said, however,
that while the impact of
the debt crisis on Laos was
limited, Laos should have
concrete measures in place to
prevent any possible negative
effects, saying that the future
was unpredictable.
They advised the Lao
government to diversify its
economic base and increase the
number of its trading partners
to ensure sustainable economic
development, adding that the
crisis was an opportunity for
Laos to improve its situation.
EU experts also said the Lao
government should maintain a
sound macro economic policy
and stable exchange rates, as
this would create confidence
among foreign investors.

The unemployment rate increased slightly to 2.1 percent last month, from 2.0 percent in December
last year.

SINGAPORE (The Straits Times) --
Employment growth slowed in the first three
months of 2012, but remained fairly strong with
27,400 jobs created, according to preliminary
estimates from the Ministry of Manpower.
This was lower than the 37,600 jobs created
in the preceding three months, and the 28,300
created in the same period in 2011.
Of the new jobs, 19,800 were created
in services and 8,000 in construction.
Manufacturing jobs fell by 500, after having
fallen by 1,400 in the last quarter of 2011.
Layoffs have fallen, with an estimated
2,700 workers made redundant in the first
three months of 2012 - lower than the 3,250
laid off in the previous quarter.
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In brief
Oil hovers below
US$105 as US, China
growth slows
SINGAPORE (AP) -- Oil
prices hovered below
US$105 a barrel on Monday
in Asia amid the prospect
that slowing economic
growth in the US and China
will undermine demand for
crude.
Benchmark oil for June
delivery was down 13 cents
to US$104.80 a barrel
in electronic trading on
the New York Mercantile
Exchange. The contract
rose 38 cents to settle at
US$104.93 in New York on
Friday. Brent crude for June
delivery was down 15 cents
at US$119.68 per barrel in
London.
Asia stocks rise on
hopes of new Fed
stimulus move
BANGKOK (AP) -- Asian
stock markets rose on
Monday in holiday-thinned
trade as sluggish US growth
figures boosted hopes for
more measures from the
Federal Reserve to help the
world’s No. 1 economy.
South Korea’s Kospi
added 0.3 percent to
1,982.15 amid improving
business sentiment among
manufacturers. Australia’s
S&P/ASX 200 gained
0.8 percent to 4,396 as
rising commodities prices
helped push up its mining
sector. Hong Kong’s Hang
Seng rose 1.1 percent to
20,978.72. Benchmarks
in New Zealand and the
Philippines also gained.
AB InBev profit
jumps 75 pct thanks
to lower costs
BRUSSELS (AP) -- The
world’s biggest brewer
Anheuser-Busch InBev NV
said on Monday its first-
quarter net profit jumped
75 percent thanks to lower
financing costs and taxes as reviving old models or releasing
well as bigger beer sales.
Net profit rose to US$1.69
billion between January and
March from US$964 million a
year earlier, after a sharp drop
in financing costs as well as automaker to follow the trend
declining taxes. AB InBev’s
chief financial officer, Filipe
Dutra, said the company was
benefiting from growing
profits in countries like Brazil,
where the tax rate is lower than
in Europe and the US.
Pall Corp selling
some blood
transfusion assets
PORT WASHINGTON,
New York (AP) -- Filtration
equipment manufacturer
Pall Corp. has agreed to
sell certain operations and
equipment used in blood
transfusions to health care
company Haemonetics Corp. country.
for about US$550 million.
The deal announced on
Sunday calls for Haemonetics Automobiles SpA has recently
to receive blood collection,
filtration and processing
systems and equipment, along 30 years.
with manufacturing facilities
in California, Mexico and
Italy from Pall. Some of
Pall’s assets in Puerto Rico after the automaker stopped
are also included.
Lao CPI figures rise by
5.33 percent in March
Times Reporters
The cost of living in Laos
is continuing to rise, with
power and water prices on the
increase.
According to a report from
the Lao National Statistics
Bureau, the Consumer Price
Index (CPI) in the household
utilities category including
electricity, water and cooking
gas saw a 2 percent increase in
March, forcing consumers to
outlay more for basic utilities.
The year on year change of
the utilities’ CPI in March was
7.60 percent, representing the
highest inflation rate for goods
and services in Laos. The
inflation rate of the 12 goods
and service categories in Laos
saw a combined growth of 5.33
percent in March.
Electricity price hikes took
place after the government
approved a 3 percent increase
in the price of electricity each
month from March until the
end of this year, which will
equate to a more than 15
percent increase by the end of
the year. The price of electricity
will also see a further 2 percent
increase annually from 2013
until 2017.
Transport costs were one
of the driving forces of CPI
increases in March. The month
on month change in the CPI
transport category was 1.23
percent in March, while year
on year it was 4.13 percent.
Increasing transport costs
are largely attributable to
the rising price of oil on the
world market. The government
is urged to restructure fuel
pricing as a short term measure
to stem rising inflation, with
fuel prices incurring taxes and
Carmakers play on nostalgia
JAPAN (The Yomiuri Shimbun)
-- Automakers are catering
to the nostalgia of drivers by
new cars with names similar to
those of famous old models,
but with greater fuel efficiency
and comfort.
Nissan Motor Co. is the latest
by announcing Wednesday its
Cima luxury sedan would make
a reappearance next month.
In December, Honda Motor
Co. released the N Box light
vehicle, which was named after
its N 360 model, the automaker’s
first mass-produced light vehicle
model released in 1967.
This month, Toyota Motor
Corp. began selling the 86
sports car. The 86 is one of
Toyota’s model numbers for its
Levin and Trueno small sports
cars, both of which enjoyed
wide popularity in the 1980s.
Mitsubishi Motors Corp.
will reintroduce its new Mirage,
a compact car, this summer for
the first time in 12 years in this
Among foreign automakers,
Italian automaker Alfa Romeo
revived its famous Giulietta
model for the first time in about
Nissan said it had received
a number of requests from
customers to revive the Cima
production in 2010. The car
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charges putting up fuel costs
by 30 percent.
CPI increases in March
were also driven by the rising
cost of food and non alcoholic
drinks, which saw a month
on month change of about 1
percent while year on year they
rose by 6.3 percent. While
food prices are rising, the price
of rice, a major food staple in
Laos, has remained steady.
The government has
imposed restrictions on the
export of rice, closing down
opportunities to export the
commodity to neighbouring
countries. Two workers monitor the China-Russia oil pipeline in Daqing, Heilongjiang province.
The restaurant and hotel
China-Russia ties in energy
service category meanwhile
saw a month on month change
of 0.95 percent and a year on
set to expand
year of 6.05 percent.
Cigarettes and alcoholic
beverages rose by 0.22 percent
month on month and 3.49
CHINA (China Daily) -- Sino- economy and oil consumer, aim to lower delivery costs
percent year on year.
Russian cooperation in the depends heavily on imports and provide more efficient
According to the National
energy sector will expand of foreign oil - more than 55 means to deliver oil.
Statistics Bureau, the cost
beyond the traditional oil and percent of oil consumption - to The pipeline is expected
of labour and construction
gas arena as economic ties support its economic growth. to annually export about 15
materials such as bricks and
between the two countries Energy cooperation million tons of oil from Russia
processed timber was also on
continue to grow closer, between the two countries has into China for 20 years.
the increase.
industry experts said. been improving at a stable pace Even though a pricing
Other goods and
Russia sold 2.31 million measured by any means from dispute arose last year, an
service categories remained
tons of crude oil to China in trade volume to the number agreement was reached early
stable in March, including
March, a year-on-year increase of participating sectors, said this year.
entertainment, recreation,
of 47.8 percent. Russia became Han Wenke, director of the Negotiations between
education, clothing and
China’s third-biggest source Energy Research Center at the China and Russia about two
footwear, but were still up by
of crude oil after the country National Development and more gas pipelines have also
between one and three percent
slashed crude oil purchases Reform Commission. stalled due to price issues.
over the previous year.
from Iran by more than 50 Energy ties spearhead The disputes are
The government has
percent year-on-year. the two countries’ strategic commercial, as companies
recognised the burden imposed
Russia exported a total cooperation, which will have involved in the energy projects
by rising living costs and has
of 7.17 million tons of crude even brighter prospects as have to take profitability into
agreed to increase salaries for
oil worth US$2.06 billion to bilateral trade grows, Han said. consideration, Song said.
state employees.
China in the first three months Vice-Premier Li Keqiang But he added that the
The government is studying
of this year, an 81.4-percent began his official visit to conflicts have eased after
its capacity to increase the
salaries of state employees,
increase from the same period Russia on Thursday and will Russia achieved membership of
last year. stay until Monday, making the World Trade Organisation
hoping to do so next fiscal year,
“Growth of such imports it the first official visit by in December by providing
which begins in October.
from Russia will continue, a top Chinese leader to the the companies involved with
as the two countries, which
represent the world’s major
country since Russia’s March
presidential election.
a fairer and more transparent
business environment.
oil consumer (China) and The two countries have set In addition, apart from
will go on sale May 21. supplier (Russia), need each a target to increase bilateral traditional oil and gas
The Cima made its debut other to maintain economic trade to US$100 billion by the resources, China and Russia
in 1988 and became a big hit, momentum,” said Song Kui, end of 2015 and to US$200 still have plenty of room to
selling about 36,400 units that a senior energy researcher at billion in 2020. That’s cooperate in sectors such
year. The model was a symbol the Northeast Asia Research compared with US$79.3 as renewable energy and
of the people’s preference for Institute at the Heilongjiang billion in trade last year. unconventional gas, which
high-grade products during the Provincial Academy of Social The first oil pipeline Russia has yet to vigorously
bubble economy, and the word Sciences. connecting Russia’s Siberia tap into, Han said.
“Cima phenomenon” became a The oil and gas sectors region to northeastern China’s “We can expect broader and
buzzword. make up more than 20 percent Daqing started operation on deeper cooperation between
Nissan stopped producing of Russia’s GDP, while China, Jan 1 last year. The pipeline the two large economies,”
the Cima in August 2010 the world’s second-largest addresses the two countries’ Han said.
because adapting the car to
the latest safety standards was
too costly. But the company
said it received a large number
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mainly Cima owners, urging newspapers in Asia, supported by the Konrad Adenauer Foundation of Germany
Nissan to revive the model.
The new Cima will not
through its regional representative bureau in Singapore.
It was established in March, 1999, to provide avenues for cooperation and
really be the same model.
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-Nissan said it had improved Statesman (India), The Korea Herald (South Korea), The Star (Malaysia), Sin
the comfort of the new car by Chew Daily (Malaysia), The Nation (Thailand), The Straits Times (Singapore),
making the back seat wider The Philippine Daily Inquirer (Philippines), The Jakarta Post (Indonesia), Vietnam
than in older models.
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luxuriousness of the new model
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by saying that each car had been
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workers.
Nissan said the new Cima
will be ranked above the Fuga
as the company’s top model.
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B Wednesday May 2, 2012
Korea Airports Corp. looks Delta targets annual 12 percent
to overseas markets growth over next decade
KOREA (The Korea Herald)
-- Gimpo International Airport
may have lost its hub status
to state-backed Incheon
International Airport, but Korea
Airports Corp., the operator of
14 regional airports including
Gimpo, still aims to exhibit its
prowess in airport management
and equipment exports.
KAC vice president Kim
Byeong-no said the firm was
set to compete with global
equipment players such as
Thales and Selex, while
tapping build-operate-transfer
or operation and maintenance
projects.
“KAC has more than 30
years experience in operating
cost-efficient and advanced
airports. No one can top that
here,” Kim told The Korea
Herald.
“As we have succeeded
in developing key airport
equipment and systems
domestically with small and
medium-size partners, we
are ready to further grow
overseas.”
Kim, who has been with
KAC for 30 years and now
heads the R&D division, added
that such development has
helped Korea’s airport industry
become less reliant on foreign
products.
The time is ripe for KAC
to show that Korean-made
products such as distance
measuring equipment and
instrument landing systems
have as much capability as
others in this sector.
Kim Byeong-no.
The company aims to
achieve overseas sales of 200
billion won (US$180 million)
by 2020, or grab a three percent
share of the global equipment
market. It has exported goods
worth some 30 billion won to
14 countries over the last four
years, the executive noted,
highlighting its latest export of
ILS to Turkey, which will be
KAC’s foothold to a foray into
the Middle East.
Another area it wants to
pursue overseas is build-operate-
transfer deals or operation
and maintenance contracts,
including equity investments in
both greenfield and brownfield
airports in Southeast Asia where
demand for airport infrastructure
is growing on the back of
economic growth.
KAC is bidding for
O&M of Vietnam’s Van Don
International Airport with
its feasibility study done by
Samjong KPMG, as well as
eyeing opportunities in the
Philippines. O&M contracts
normally run for 30 years,
and Kim said it is interested in
potential projects whose size
is equivalent to KAC’s Daegu
and Gwangju airports.
“KAC has zero debt, which
clearly shows our strength
in operating and managing
airports efficiently,” Kim said,
pointing to Gimpo, Gimhae and
Jeju airports, which have been
operating in the black for years.
“We’re going to take our
management and development
model, including meetings,
incentives, conferences,
and exhibitions business, to
overseas for BOT and O&M.”
MICE integrated with
airport operations is considered
KAC’s new growth engine,
Kim added.
KAC aims to achieve sales
of some 150 billion won in the
overseas BOT-O&M business
by 2020.
It is financially capable of
pursuing its global growth,
also backed by the Export-
Import Bank of Korea, Korea
International Cooperation
Agency and Korea’s global
infrastructure fund.
The executive added that
KAC was looking to operate
an air force base in Portugal
where pilots will be trained
with Korea’s T-50 supersonic
aircraft.
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HCM CITY, Vietnam (VNS)
-- The Cuu Long (Mekong)
Delta region targets annual
economic growth of 12 percent
through 2020, hoping to raise
per capita income to VND70
million (US$3,350) per year,
according to the Southwest
Region Steering Committee.
The region will be
developed into a focal economic
zone, an area specialising in
food and fisheries produce,
according to a report released
at an exhibition that opened in
Can Tho yesterday to showcase
its achievements in the past
decade.
Speaking at the
inauguration, Deputy PM Vu
Van Ninh, who is also head of
the Southwest Region Steering
Committee, reaffirmed the
strategic role played by the
Cuu Long (Mekong) Delta in
the country’s economy.
“It is headed in the Workers process tra fish for export at the Bianfishco Company in
right direction in tapping its the southern province of Can Tho.
advantages and potential and
contributing to the country’s Thursday said the achievements At the conference, the
development,” he added. fell short of potential. steering committee called for
Economic development investments of nearly US$1.6
In the first decade of this
century, the region grew at 11.7 remained unsustainable and billion into 178 major projects.
not very competitive, and Nguyen Phong Quang, its
percent and accounted for 18-19
faced high risk. Agriculture deputy head, said the region
per cent of the country’s GDP
and 10 percent of exports. was threatened by climate would tap gas reserves off
Its average annual industrial change and rise in sea levels. the south-west coast, set up
growth rate in the period was Infrastructure was not well wind and thermal power
18.8 percent. developed, making the region plants, and further develop
Eleven industrial parks less attractive to investors. transport, irrigation, and other
were established, attracting There was a shortage of infrastructure facilities.
US$743 million and offering qualified and skilled labour. More than 480 businesses
over 70,000 jobs. The region also suffers in Can Tho and other Mekong
But a report released at a from a brain drain, losing out provinces are displaying their
conference held to promote to HCM City and the south- products at nearly 1,200 stalls
investment in the region on eastern region, leading to at the exhibition which will
the exhibition’s sidelines on shortages of qualified workers. remain open until May 1.
Lao PDR
UNDP is the UN’s global development network, advocating for change and connecting countries to
knowledge, experience and resources to help build a better life.
REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL (RFP)
NAME & ADDRESS OF FIRM: Interested Date of issue: 27 April, 2012
consultancy Company
REFERENCE: RFQ_018_2012 (Extended)
“Production of investment promotion video”
Dear Sir / Madam:
The United Nations Development Programme in Lao PDR (hereinafter referred as “UNDP”) hereby
solicits your proposals for provision of services for production of investment promotion video.
Submission of proposals:
Proposals must include Technical and Financial proposal in separate sealed envelopes to the
address below no later than close of business on 12 May 2012
UNDP Country Office in Lao PDR
Lane Xang Avenue
PO BOX 345
Vientiane
Lao PDR
Full set of bidding documents which includes Terms of Reference (TOR), proposal submission
requirements and price schedule, UNDP General Terms and Conditions can be downloaded
on our web-site www.undplao.org using the following link: http://www.undplao.org/vacancies/
procurementnotice.php
Proposals must be valid for 60 days. All documents must be submitted to UNDP in English or in Lao
language supported by adequate English translation.
ATTENTION: Please indicate on the envelop or on e-mail subject the RFP reference i.e.
“RFQ/018/2012 “Production of investment promotion video”.
UNDP will not be responsible for postal delays, if any, in the delivery of the bid documents
or non-receipt of the bid.
Request for additional information:
Firms/companies with questions regarding this request should send them in writing to the
following e-mail: lao.procurement@undp.org. Please indicate on e-mail subject the RFP reference
i.e. “RFQ/018/2012 “Production of investment promotion video”.
Late or partial quotations will be rejected.
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VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
(Re-advertisement)
“Capacity Development for Sector-wide Coordination in Health Phase II (CDSWC-
II)” is now looking for a Project Assistant (Translation/Interpretation) for the JICA-
funded project. CDSWC-II is a five-year project started in December 2010 in order
to strengthen the capacity of the health sector in Lao PDR in the coordination of
various efforts and interventions both by the Government and the Development
Partners. This post is only open for Lao Nationals.
POSITION IN VACANT: PROJECT ASSSISTANT
(TRANLATION/INTERPRETATION) (1 Position)
DUTY STATION: Project office close to Ministry of Health, Vientiane
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES: provide all materials to the consultant for review. Translation of some materials into English may need to be done before
 Perform as an interpreter between Lao and English at meetings;
 Translate wide variety of documents from Pasa Lao to English, and vice versa.
 Perform a wide range of office support functions with other project staff
CONTRACT TYPE: 6 months renewable
QUALIFICATIONS:
 Fluent in both written and spoken Lao and English
 Computer literacy, especially MS Word and Excel
 High motivation and willingness to learn about the health sector and
international development cooperation
 Good interpersonal and communication skill
 Ability to Work within a team environment
 Good organizational skills and time-keeping
APPLICATION: The contract is for 37 working days from June 2012.
Those who are interested in and qualified for the position are highly encouraged to
apply as follows:
 Please send by e-mail (cdswc2@gmail.com) the followings:
 A Cover Letter, briefly stating applicant’s qualifications, including English
qualification, and will to apply (Not more than 2 pages)
 A Curriculum Vitae (CV)/Resume with your photo, articulating applicant’s
personal, educational, and occupational backgrounds, skills, salary
expectation and contact information (Not more than 4 pages)
 A Reference letter from someone who is accessible by e-mail
 Please quote ‘Project Assistance (Translation/Interpretation)’ as the title of your e-mail.
 Closing Date Friday 11 May, 2012.
 Only those who are short-listed will be contacted for an interview.
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
Programme Analyst (Population and Development) - NOB – Post No. 34400
The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) is the world’s largest international source of population assistance. UNFPA provides
support to improve health through reproductive health and maternal health services, to achieve gender equality and to formulate/
implement population policies and strategies in support of sustainable development.
UNFPA in the Lao PDR is seeking a qualified Lao national candidate to fill a staff position of Programme Analyst (Population
and Development).
Under the direct supervision of Assistant Representative, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following duties and
responsibilities:
1. Provide technical and management support to the relevant IPs and related partners in planning, development, implementation,
monitoring and evaluation of population related policies and programme interventions
2. Coordinate technical assistance for and provide technical inputs to the conduct of key surveys. Articulate the inter-linkages
between population dynamics, reproductive health and rights, GBV/VAW and the needs of adolescents and young people; and
assess technical assistance for the integration of population variables into development planning
3. Provide substantive inputs to UNFPA’s response and advocacy strategies relating to population and development, taking into
account political and social sensitivities.
4. Identify policy issues from data analysis to facilitate policy dialogues and the incorporation of these evidences into national
plans and strategies. Ensure population issues emerged from data analysis, ICPD goals and MDGs are translated into local
interventions, and responsive to Government plans and priorities.
5. Co-ordinate and support UNDAF Outcome 1 working group as co-convener and facilitate inputs to all joint initiatives with
other UN Agencies and Implementing Partners including joint planning, joint missions and joint reporting/reviews.
6. Document good practices and lessons learned from other countries on population related policies and programme interventions
7. Work with the Assistant Representative on upstream policy advice and support the work of other team members. Collaborate with
programme staff of other teams to promote programme coherence and linkages with the programmes on Women’s reproductive
health and rights as well as the needs of young people and adolescents
8. Demonstrate and promote gender sensitive behavior and gender equality within UNFPA and with partners.
9. Actively contribute to advancing the ICPD agenda and mainstream gender, human rights, and culture into policy advocacy,
programming, and monitoring and evaluation as appropriate; also contribute to the review on the implementation of ICPD PoA
and developing strategies for way forward to fully achieve ICPD goals
10. Use multi-media approaches for the implementation of population and SRH advocacy strategies.
11. Strengthen capacity of IPs in programme management of UNFPA supported activities for timely and high quality substantive
and financial reporting
12. Contribute to the development resource mobilisation strategy by analyzing information on potential donors, preparing
substantive briefs and project proposals in line with donor priorities, creating feedback mechanisms and providing information
on progress of donor funded projects
13. Provide timely feedback to the Assistant Representative and the Management Team of UNFPA on programme implementation,
monitoring and evaluation
14. Implement any other assignments requested by the Supervisor and UNFPA Management Team.
The following qualifications and experience are required:
• Master’s degree in population, demography, and/or population and social development related field.
• At least 5 years of increasingly responsible professional experience in programme/project management in the public or private
sector which demonstrates expertise in the substantive area of work and programme experience.
• Experience in policy analysis, policy research with track record of data analytical skills and proven ability to produce
demonstrable results.
• Demonstrated ability to network among partners active in supporting development issues.
• Good understanding of the Lao PDR Government’s population related policies, laws, policy making processes
• Field experience would be desirable.
• Core Competencies:
o Values/guiding principles
o Developing people
o Personal leadership and effectiveness
o Building and managing relationships
• Functional Competencies:
o Advocacy/advancing a policy-oriented agenda
o Result-based programme development and management
o Leveraging the resources of national governments & partners/building strategic alliances and partnerships
o Innovation and marketing of new approaches
o Resource mobilization (programme)
o Job knowledge/technical expertise
• Fluency in both oral and written English and Lao
• Proficiency in current office software applications. Good writing and presentation skill.
The salary for the above position plus other benefits will be in accordance with UN rules and regulations for fixed term staff. All
interested applicants must submit an application letter with a UN standard personal history form, P11, in English to: UNFPA Office,
Phonesavanh Tai, P.O. Box 345, Vientiane (Tel: 315547, 353048-50) or e-mail to: laos.office@unfpa.org indicating “Application
for Programme Analyst (Population and Development)”. Please contact UNFPA office to obtain P11 form or download from http://
countryoffice.unfpa.org/lao/. The deadline for application is 04 May 2012.
We will only consider applications with complete P11 attached. UNFPA will only be able to respond to those applicants in whom
UNFPA has a further interest. UNFPA reserves the right to appoint prior to the closing date. UNFPA does not solicit or screen for
information in respect of HIV or AIDS and does not discriminate on the basis of HIV/AIDS status.
Notice: There is no application, processing or other fee at any stage of the application process.
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REQUEST FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST
Country: Lao People’s Democratic Republic
Project: Education for All Fast Track Initiative Catalytic Fund (EFA FTI CF Program)
Sector: Education
Description:International Consultant to Assist the Pre-Primary IU on Community Based School Readiness Program (CBSRP).
Grant No.: TF097384
Project ID No.: P118494
1. BACKGROUND
Early childhood school readiness programs for children under 5 years of age, which assist in the development of learning capacities for
children in the areas of physical health and fitness, language and communication, intellectual knowledge, emotional and social development,
greatly enhance the success rate for children to remain in school and participate fully in the primary education programs.
Young children in poor communities and vulnerable ethnic groups have limited access to early childhood development programs.
Although MoES has successfully implemented preschool and kindergarten educational programs throughout Lao PDR with the
enrolment rate of children under 5 years of age at 40.3%, , MOES has found that 59.7% of children under 5 years still have no access
to such services. It is felt that early childhood development school readiness programs for children under 5 years play a crucial role
in helping children be successful in primary school and ultimately reduces repetition rates in grades 1 to 3.
Therefore, MOES has determined that the establishment of community based play groups within the community is one form of
a school readiness program that can offer vital opportunities to children under 5 years within villages where there is no exisiting
kindergarten or primary school available. These community based play groups will help prepare village children to be ready for
entering into primary school education and increase the success rates for these children to remain in school.
2. TERMS OF REFERENCE AND EXPECTED OUTPUTS
The consultant will strengthen the capacity of the Ministry of Education and Sports to develop, produce and use child-centered
teaching and learning materials for community-based school readiness play groups (CBSR).
Task 1: Carry out a desk review of existing MoES teaching and learning materials for pre-school and pre-primary education,
including the recently developed CBSR curriculum, facilitator’s guide, and teaching and learning materials. MoES will
consultancy starts
Output 1: Analysis of existing teaching and learning materials with a focus on how they could be utilised in the CBSR
Task 2: Facilitate a series of ten capacity development workshops (two five-day workshops and eight one-day workshops) t o
strengthen the knowledge, skills and ability of a core team to lead the development, production and effective use of teaching
and learning materials for the CBSR. The capacity development workshops will include both theory and practice and use
the CBSR curriculum, and in particular the ‘Scope of General Knowledge in each Teaching Unit of the Curriculum’ as a
reference to guide the content of the capacity development workshops.
The initial five-day workshop will strengthen the core team’s understanding of the concept of child-centered learning and how this directly
links with the use of hands-on classroom learning materials. The core team will have a deeper understanding of how learning materials can be
used not only by teachers to instruct students, but also as learning materials used directly by students to engage in their own learning.
Each of the bi-weekly one-day workshops will focus one of the eight CBSR curriculum consultant teaching unit. The workshops
will combine theory and practice to enable the core team to guide educational material companies, teachers and local communities to
develop and produce appropriate hands-on learning materials for the CBSR program.
During the final five-day work shop the existing CBSR facilitator’s guide will be revised to include additional teaching and learning
materials within each of the eight teaching units of the CBSR curriculum based on the knowledge and skills learned during the
previous nine workshops.
Output 2: Ten workshops facilitated and a draft of the revised CBSR facilitator’s guide developed
3. TIME FRAME
4. QUALIFICATIONS SUMMARY
- Advanced University degree in Education or related fields;
- At least 10 years of working experience in the area of early childhood education;
- At least eight years working in developing countries in early childhood education;
- Experience working with governments for capacity development;
- Involvement in the development of the CBSR programme curriculum, teacher’s guide and teaching and learning materials
in Lao PDR
Interested eligible candidates may obtain further information and the detailed TOR from the Ministry of Education and Sports,
ESDF Coordination Unit (ECU) at the address below during office hours 08:00 to 16:00 hours or by e-mail.
Please submit CVs and three [3] references along with a letter of interest by 27th April to 17th May 2012 to the address below. Only
short listed individual candidates will be contacted for an interview.
Attn: Mrs. Khampaseuth KITIGNAVONG, Program Director
Ministry of Education and Sports
Lane Xang Avenue,
P.O Box 067, Vientiane Capital, Lao PDR
E-mail: edpiimoe@laopdr.com
Tel/Fax: (856 -21) 243 672
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
Programme Assistant_SRH (GS-5) – Post No. 4134
The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) is the world’s largest international source of population assistance. UNFPA provides
support to improve health through reproductive health and maternal health services, to achieve gender equality and to formulate/
implement population policies and strategies in support of sustainable development.
UNFPA in the Lao PDR is seeking a qualified Lao national candidate to fill a staff position of Programme Assistant_SRH.
Under the direct supervision of the National Programme Analyst - SRH/Health Systems Strengthening, the successful candidate will
be responsible for the following duties and responsibilities:
1. As a member of the programme support pool for the SRH team, provide programme and administrative support to all team
members and consultants, in line with the needs and priorities identified by the team.
2. Assist in following-up with activities and expenditures (FACE) under the projects as needed. Provide programme financial
assistance through ATLAS requisitioner and buyer functions; also facilitate audit requirements
3. When required, prepare programme/projects-related correspondence for clearance by the Programme Officers for the SRH
Coordinator’s endorsement: carefully check enclosures and addresses and accuracy conformity of statement; screen and submit
in-coming correspondence /documents for the SRH coordinator’s perusal; draw attention to matters of high priority; timely
distribute correspondence to related team members; and timely follow up with the concerned on the implementation of these
correspondence
4. Assist the Team in following up with the projects activities, other agencies on projects-related issues; administrative matters
such as: hotel bookings, transport, printing publications/booklets, workshop arrangements, national and international consultant
recruitment.
5. Draft supporting documents for the issuance of SSAs and sub-contracts and timely payment processing for these contracts.
6. Assist in organising overseas study visit, training course and fellowships under UNFPA-supported as well as under regional
programmes
7. Arrange meetings and take minutes and/or notes at meetings; arrange appointments for Team Members, receive visitors, place
and screen telephone calls, respond to routine requests for programme and project information and assist in making travel
arrangements for Team Members.
8. Carry out specific operational/control tasks in accordance with instructions received for programme/project implementation.
9. Help retrieving files and documentation.
10. Collect information, assemble and prepare background materials required by SRH coordinator and Supervisor for briefings,
meetings, travel on missions, etc; type a wide of materials, proof-read for correctness; translate documents; and may act as an
interpreter for various meetings and during field trips.
11. Keep lists of names, addresses and telephone numbers of ministers, government officials and members of the diplomatic corps.
12. Assist in initiating procurement if required.
13. Demonstrate and promote gender sensitive behavior and gender equality within UNFPA and with partners.
14. Undertake any other tasks when required.
The following qualifications and experience are required:
• Bachelor’s degree in English or administration/management
• Minimum of 5 years of secretarial and administrative and clerical/interpreter skills
• Core Competencies:
o Values/guiding principles
o Developing people
o Personal leadership and effectiveness
o Building and managing relationships
• Functional Competencies:
o Logistical support
o Managing data
o Managing documents, correspondence and reports
o Managing information and workflow
o Planning, organizing and multi-tasking
o Providing financial support
o Job knowledge / technical expertise
• Fluency in both oral and written English and Laos
• Proficiency in current office software applications
The salary for the above position plus other benefits will be in accordance with UN rules and regulations for fixed term staff. All
interested applicants must submit an application letter with a UN standard personal history form, P11, in English to: UNFPA Office,
Phonesavanh Tai, P.O. Box 345, Vientiane (Tel: 315547, 353048-50) or e-mail to: laos.office@unfpa.org indicating “Application
for Programme Assistant_SRH”. Please contact UNFPA office to obtain P11 form or download from http://countryoffice.unfpa.org/
lao/. The deadline for application is 04 May 2012.
We will only consider applications with complete P11 attached. UNFPA will only be able to respond to those applicants in whom
UNFPA has a further interest. UNFPA reserves the right to appoint prior to the closing date. UNFPA does not solicit or screen for
information in respect of HIV or AIDS and does not discriminate on the basis of HIV/AIDS status.
Notice: There is no application, processing or other fee at any stage of the application process.