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GSM Green Electric Taxi made its grand opening in Laos

GSM Green and Smart Mobility Joint Stock Company (Green & Smart Mobility) launched the first fully electric taxi service in Laos under the Xanh SM brand yesterday, November 9.

Attending the opening ceremony were the Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Public Security of Laos, General Vilay Lakhamphong; Vietnamese Ambassador to Laos, Mr. Nguyen Ba Hung; Mr. Anouphap Tounalom, Chairman of the People's Council of Vientiane City and Secretary of the City Party Committee; and several other members of key ministries and branches from Vietnam and Laos.

 
Residents of the capital, Vientiane, and international tourists to Laos can easily book a Xanh SM taxi through the Xanh SM Laos application on the App Store and Play Store, like technology ride-hailing companies. Customers can also hail cars directly on the street. Route and fare information will be open to the public for every journey. In the immediate future, Xanh SM Laos will use the VinFast VF 5 Plus model, painted in the brand's signature blue-green colour, operating in Vientiane. The number of vehicles is expected to be increased to 1,000 and expanded to the famous tourist town of Vang Vieng (Vientiane) and other provinces and cities such as Luang Prabang, Savannakhet, Champasak... in the next stages.
With intentions to extend operations across the country, Xanh SM is anticipated to generate thousands of new employment in Laos, providing residents with alluring prospects for professional advancement. In particular, each SM Lao Green driver will be oriented to develop into a "green ambassador", directly connecting customers with the brand and enhancing the green - clean, environmentally friendly image of Lao tourism. GSM also aims to popularize the electric vehicle experience in Laos by developing a green mobility service ecosystem, including electric vehicle rental, package car booking, tourist car booking, and personalized car booking. ... create comprehensive solutions, promoting electrified mobility to each citizen.

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"The launching event of Xanh SM Laos is a special milestone, the beginning of GSM's journey of international conquest," stated Mr. Nguyen Van Thanh, Global General Director of GSM Company. With its exceptional features, VinFast electricity, and 5-star service standards, the Green SM cab is poised to transform Laotian transportation completely. Success in the first international market will be a favourable step for GSM to expand globally. Immediately after Laos, GSM is expected to expand to Southeast Asian countries."

Speaking at the event, the Secretary of the City Party Committee and chairman of the People's Council of Vientiane City - Mr Anouphap Tounalom, said that the trend of using electric vehicles is increasing in Laos, especially in big cities like Vientiane. 

Mr Tounalom emphasized that the launch of the Green SM taxi service in Laos is a commendable step, not only helping Lao people and tourists have more quality transportation options from now on but also contributing to focus on protecting the environment in Laos, helping the Lao Government fulfil the national goal that by 2030, 30% of all vehicles in circulation will be electric vehicles.

According to Mr Anouphap, the introduction of GSM in Laos is highly anticipated at a time when 2024 is not only the Year of Visit Laos but also the year that Laos assumes the rotating presidency of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) but also helps generate jobs and income for people in the country, helping it overcome economic challenges.

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The Vientiane City Party Committee secretary also urged forward-thinking companies like GSM to make investments and support the Lao government's objectives for sustainable growth. Pledged that the local government will take the greatest possible steps to foster a business climate that will allow GSM to grow significantly in Laos.

During the event, Nguyen Ba Hung, the Vietnamese Ambassador to Laos, confirmed that the availability of VinFast electric vehicle lines in particular and the capacity of GSM in general not only positively contribute to the implementation of Laos' national strategy but also serve as a great source of inspiration and motivation for many Vietnamese businesses considering Laos as a destination for investment and development activities soon.

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