Luang Prabang:The Luang Prabang Half Marathon, held before dawn outside the Royal Palace, saw a record participation of 3,000 runners. The event brought together professional athletes, families, and children for a morning run through the UNESCO World …
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Lao-German Technical College Unveils Signboard for Campus 2
Japan Grants $108,610 to Enhance Water Access in Salavan Province
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…
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…
Vietnam and Laos Strengthen Economic and Trade Cooperation
Hanoi:The upcoming official visit to Laos by Prime Minister Le Minh Hung is anticipated to usher in a new era of cooperation and development between Vietnam and Laos.
According to Lao News Agency, economic and trade relations between the two nations…
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…
Deputy Prime Minister Welcomes New Luxembourg Ambassador to Laos
Vientiane:Deputy Prime Minister Thongsavanh welcomed the new Luxembourg Ambassador, Schreiner, to Laos in a meeting where they discussed strengthening the friendly relations and cooperation between the two nations.
According to Lao News Agency, DPM …
Vientiane Hosts Vietnamese Experts to Discuss Development and Cooperation
Vientiane:The recent meeting in Vientiane saw key figures such as Phokham Xayasone, Vice President of the Vientiane Administration Authority, and Cao Viet Sinh, former Vice Minister of Planning and Investment, now under the Ministry of Finance, along …
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…
Ministry of Finance Assesses 2025 Financial Results, Outlines 2026 Priorities
Vientiane: The Ministry of Finance on January 29, 2026, convened a meeting to review financial performance in 2025 and outline priorities for 2026, under the theme ‘Uphold the Party’s leadership, strengthen self-reliance, modernize financial managemen…