Maxim OH7O (ex-UA3LHB, ex-RV3DOS) celebrates his birthday at the beginning of September. And as a radio amateur, he gives himself a gift in the form of a DX expedition. Last year he went to the Pacific, where he only got T2M permits when he was on his way to Fiji (3D2YY), and he applied for and got YJ0YY when he was already on his way. Despite the very successful operation, there were nerves. Therefore, this year he tried something more reliable: XW4YY in Laos, where until September 11, 2025 SB will also FT8 modes on bands 40, 20, 17, 15, 12 and 10 meters. The 80m and 6m bands are not officially allowed, and he is not sure if he will reach enough height for the 160m band. Connections from this expedition will be confirmed through the M0OXO service OQRS.
Laos
Laos is a landlocked country in Southeast Asia, surrounded by Thailand, Vietnam, China, Myanmar and Cambodia. The capital city of Vientiane is located on the banks of the Mekong River and is known for its Buddhist temples and French colonial architecture. The country has a population of about 7.5 million and its economy relies on agriculture, hydropower and tourism. Despite slower development, Laos has preserved its natural beauty and authentic culture.