Savannakhet:Vientiane The Lao Red Cross has extended its support by distributing relief supplies valued at over 327 million kip to 266 families affected by flooding across 18 villages in the provinces of Savannakhet and Saravane between October 20 and…
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Vietnam and Laos Sign Major Deals on Urban and Agricultural Projects
Vientiane:Vietnamese and Laotian firms have signed agreements to undertake significant projects in property development and smart farming, slated for implementation in 2026. The initiatives include the Supchaleun Central Tower complex and a smart farm…
Australia and Japan Provide Educational Support to Flood-Affected Schools in Northern Laos
Luang Namtha:Affected primary schools in Luang Namtha and Oudomxay provinces will receive vital educational materials to help teachers and students resume learning after severe flash floods.
According to Lao News Agency, the heavy rains on August 29…
Lao Telecom and National University of Laos Partner to Enhance ICT and AI Infrastructure
Vientiane:Lao Telecommunications Public Company and the National University of Laos have entered a 15-year agreement to enhance telecommunications infrastructure, focusing on the integration of information technology and artificial intelligence in edu…
Laos and Vietnam Strengthen Investment Ties with New Initiatives
Vientiane:Laos and Vietnam have reaffirmed their commitment to bolstering bilateral investment cooperation. Leaders from both nations emphasized the need for increased private-sector investment and improvements to the business environment during the L…
Asia-Pacific SMEs Embrace AI and Connectivity for Economic Transformation
Guangzhou: On a production line at Seng Fong Holdings Berhad in Malaysia, a robotic arm grips a 35-kilogramme block of rubber, with 3D cameras, laser scanners, and AI algorithms serving as its “eyes” and “brain.” The setup is designed to tackle a long…
Lao Deputy Health Minister Engages with ASSEA Delegation for Health Project Discussions
Vientiane:Lao Deputy Health Minister recently convened a meeting with representatives from the Ministry of Health, the University of Health Sciences, and relevant health departments and hospitals to discuss ongoing project activities with the ASSEA de…
Lao Government Reviews Economic Performance and Approves Key Draft Resolutions
Vientiane:The Lao Government has conducted a comprehensive review of the country’s economic performance, security situation, and development priorities. During this review, the government approved in principle several draft resolutions and decrees foc…
Vietnamese Community in Vientiane Hosts Pickleball Tournament to Foster Unity
Vientiane:The Association of Vietnamese People in Vientiane organized a pickleball tournament on October 25 to commemorate Vietnam’s Great National Solidarity Day on November 18. This event aimed to enhance connections among Vietnamese expatriates res…
Lao Bodybuilders Triumph with Three Golds at Asian Championships
Bangkok:Vientiane: The Lao national bodybuilding team was warmly welcomed home on September 30 after their exceptional performance at the 58th Asia Bodybuilding and Physique Sports Championship in Bangkok, Thailand.
According to Lao News Agency, the …
Laos to Host Two International World Table Tennis Events
Vientiane: Laos is set to host two major international table tennis tournaments-the 4th WTT Youth Contender and the 2nd WTT Feeder Series 2026-from July 30 to August 8 at the Lao-ITECC Mall in Vientiane. The Lao National Table Tennis Federation (LNTTF…