Why Myanmar and Laos Have Been Caught up in Trump’s Sweeping Travel Bans

Why Myanmar and Laos have been caught up in Trump’s sweeping travel bans

The two countries are ‘collateral damage’ in the US' domestic political agenda, say experts. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Laos will be significantly impacted by Trump’s travel ban

In happier times, Laos and US signed a comprehensive partnership agreement in 2016. Effective June 9, Laos nationals will find it even harder to enter the United States unless they already hold a valid visa. New tourist, student and permanent visas become a no-no, although one or two temporary permits theoretically remain. Any green card holders and competing athletes also escape the tightened net. Trump’s inclusion of Laos on his “restricted” l…