VIENTIANE: President Thongloun Sisoulith has extended New Year greetings to Lao citizens, emphasizing unity and resilience amid the challenges faced in 2024. The message, directed to Lao people of all ethnicities and foreign friends in Laos, underscor…
SEOUL: The Republic of Korea’s economy is forecast to expand by 1.8 percent this year, the government said Thursday, emphasizing “stable management” as its primary policy focus amid unprecedented levels of uncertainty. The latest projection for Asia’s…
HAVANA: Cuban priests of the Yoruba religion have announced the main prophecy for Cuba and the world for the year 2025, predicting “a kind of firm and secure health on the earth plane.”
According to Lao News Agency, the traditional ceremony to revea…
BANGKOK: Thailand will officially become a partner of BRICS starting January 1, marking a significant step in its international diplomatic and economic engagements, as announced by the Thai Ministry of Foreign Affairs on December 30.
According to La…
HANOI: In a move set to delight travelers, Vietjet Air has announced a promotional offer of 100% off on hundreds of thousands of tickets for flights across Vietnam. This enticing deal, geared towards the New Year 2025 celebrations, is designed to attr…
HANOI: Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Bui Thanh Son of Vietnam and visiting Lao Deputy Prime Minister Saleumxay Kommasith met in Hanoi to finalize plans for the 47th meeting of the Vietnam-Laos Intergovernmental Committee. The m…
KON TUM: Authorities in Vietnam’s Central Highlands province of Kon Tum have arrested a man for allegedly transporting approximately 3 kilograms of drugs from Laos to Vietnam. The arrest occurred in Iec village, Po Y commune, Ngoc Hoi district, as rep…
HUAPHANH: Huaphanh Province ushered in the new year with an elaborate celebration at the Huaphanh-Thanh Hua Park on December 31, 2024. The event marked the transition to 2025 through a blend of cultural tradition and modern entertainment, drawing a la…
VIENTIANE: Between January and November 2024, Vientiane Capital recorded a staggering 994 road accidents, underscoring a pressing public safety issue. According to Lao News Agency, the accidents involved 1,994 vehicles, resulting in extensive damage a…