Friday, August 28, 2026

General

Lao Tourism Sector Expands Regional and International Reach at ITE 2026

Hanoi: (KPL) From August 25-29, 2026, Mrs. Manisakhorn Thammavongxay, Director General of the Tourism Marketing Promotion Department under the Ministry of Culture and Tourism, together with the Vientiane Capital Tourism Department, led a Lao tourism b...

Public Security Minister Directs Crackdown on Cybercrime and Online Gambling

Vientiane: On August 26, 2026, Lt. Gen. Vanthong Kongmany, Minister of Public Security, conducted an on-site inspection of operations against cybercrime and online gambling in Lakhin and Houayhom villages, Sikhottabong District, Vientiane Capital. A...

Laos Ministries Seek Solutions on Freight Fees and Lao-Thai Bridge Tolls

Hanoi: (KPL) On the morning of August 26, 2026, the Ministry of Finance hosted a consultation meeting to address inconsistencies in the collection of transit freight service fees within the Thanaleng Dry Port development zone and toll collection at th...

10 Must-Visit Tourist Attractions in Vientiane

Vientiane: Vientiane is a charming capital rich in history, culture, art, religious heritage, and the natural beauty of the Mekong River. As the capital of the Lao PDR, it offers visitors a diverse range of landmarks and experiences that showcase the ...

Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia Forge New Tourism Collaboration

Hanoi: The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism hosted the first Cambodia-Laos-Vietnam Tourism Ministers' Conference in Ho Chi Minh City on August 26, establishing a ministerial-level tourism cooperation mechanism among the three countries. Accor...

Government Policy

Laos and DR Congo Discuss Establishing Diplomatic Ties

Hanoi: On August 26, 2026, at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Mr. Anoupharb Vongnorkeo, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Lao PDR, held talks with Mr. Crispi Mbandu Phanzu, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs in charge of Francophonie Affairs ...

Education

MoES and Australia Collaborate on New Disability Inclusion Pilot in Xiangkhouang

Vientiane: The Ministry of Education and Sports (MoES), in collaboration with the Australian Government through the BEQUAL program, is set to launch the Research and Learning on Disability Inclusion pilot. An inception workshop will be conducted to in...

Industry