Vientiane: Mr. Saysongkham Vorachit, Head of the Economic Department, Ministry of National Defense, shared his reflections on these historic events, emphasizing the achievements Laos has made over the past five decades. ‘Throughout the years up to the…
Month: October 2025
China Activates Emergency Response as Typhoon Matmo Batters Coastal Regions
Beijing: The national commission for disaster prevention, reduction and relief has dispatched working groups to the affected areas to guide disaster rescue operations. The Ministry of Emergency Management, in collaboration with the National Food and S…
Lao PDR and United States Strengthen Economic Relations During Prime Minister’s Visit
Washington d.c.: Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone of the Lao People’s Democratic Republic led a high-level delegation to Washington D.C., United States, in late September 2025 to strengthen economic and trade relations and enhance bilateral cooperati…
Lao Culture Week Showcases Artistic Traditions in Vietnam
Hanoi: The Ministry of Culture and Tourism of the Lao PDR, in collaboration with the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism of Vietnam, organized Lao Culture Week in Hanoi, Vietnam. The event was attended by Ms. Dalany Phommavongsa, Deputy Minister o…
New Oil Import Route Opened Through Nghi Son Port for Northern Laos
Nghi son: The opening ceremony took place on October 4, 2025, at the Na Thong oil depot in Xamneua District, Houaphanh Province, and was attended by Mr. Khampaeng Xaisompaeng, Governor of Houaphanh Province; Mr. Bounyok Boudsavong, Deputy Director of …
JETRO Laos Hosts Seminar to Promote Japanese Food Supporters
Vientiane: The Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO) in Vientiane successfully hosted a seminar on October 3, 2025, to introduce and certify the Japanese Food Supporter program. This initiative aims to recognize restaurants and retailers that acti…