An aerial drone photo taken on July 20, 2024 shows the first Laos-Thailand cross-border passenger train arriving at Khamsavath railway station in Vientiane, Laos. The Laos-Thailand cross-border passenger train has officially started operation, running between Krung Thep Aphiwat Central station in the Thai capital of Bangkok and Khamsavath railway station in Lao capital Vientiane. (Photo by Kaikeo Saiyasane/Xinhua)