Vientiane:A health walk was organized to celebrate National Handicrafts Day and mark 25 years of sector development in Laos. The event was attended by notable figures including Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance Santiphab Phomvihane, Naly S…
Laos Health Sector Prepares for Changes Post-LDC Graduation
Laos Health Sector Prepares for Changes Post-LDC Graduation
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Laos Conducts Review of Xekong Thermal Power Project Operations
Laos Launches Women’s Leadership Training Programme Backed by ADB
BRICS Women’s Business Alliance Considers New Office in Laos
Vientiane:The Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Laos recently hosted a meeting focusing on enhancing regional business partnerships. The discussions were aimed at strengthening ties between the BRICS Women’s Business Alliance and the ASEAN Women Entrepre…
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…
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…
DPM Discusses Education Reforms with Australian Ambassador in Farewell Meeting
Vientiane:The Deputy Prime Minister of Laos, Mr. Thongsalith Mangnomek, recently held a farewell meeting with the Australian Ambassador to Laos, Ms. Megan Jones. During the meeting, Mr. Thongsalith provided updates on the reform of Lao PDR’s general e…
Lao Deputy Prime Minister Engages Swedish Ambassador to Enhance Bilateral Relations
Vientiane:Lao Deputy Prime Minister Thongsavanh recently met with Swedish Ambassador Hammargren to discuss the strengthening of bilateral ties between Laos and Sweden.
According to Lao News Agency, Mr. Thongsavanh congratulated Ambassador Hammargren…
Thongsalith Mangnomek Assumes Presidency of Lao National Olympic Committee
Vientiane:Thongsalith Mangnomek has been appointed as the President of the 9th Lao National Olympic Committee. The announcement was made during a ceremony held in Vientiane on October 30, 2026, which was attended by former National Olympic Committee (…
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 …