Tokyo: Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone held talks with Japanese Prime Minister, Ms. Sanae Takaichi during his participation in the 31st International Conference on the Future of Asia, held under the theme ‘Working Together for a More Resilient and P…
Day: June 11, 2026
Seven Japanese Volunteers Begin Assignments in Laos under JOCV Programme
Vientiane: Seven Japan Overseas Cooperation Volunteers (JOCVs) have arrived in Laos to begin their assignments, with a welcome ceremony held at the Embassy of Japan in Vientiane on June 9. The event brought together representatives from the Embassy of…
From Small Grants to Big Change: Young Entrepreneurs Build Bokeo’s Future
Bokeo: At 22, Xaikham is already a father to a six-month-old child – and a young man determined to shape his own future. After completing secondary school, Xaikham dreamed of studying agriculture at university. However, like many young people in his r…
Environmental Impact Assessment Reviewed for Laos-Vietnam Power Transmission Project
Vientiane: The Department of Environment, in collaboration with the Houaphanh Provincial Department of Agriculture and Environment and Nam Nha 1 Company Limited, held a central-level public consultation to review the Environmental Impact Assessment (E…
President Thongloun Plants Trees in Pakse City
Pakse: President Thongloun Sisoulith participated in a tree-planting event in Pakse City aimed at promoting environmental conservation. The activity was organised to encourage and mobilise people across the country to actively engage in the protection…
Training Workshop Strengthens Hospital Management Capabilities
Vientiane: A comprehensive training workshop is underway to enhance the management capabilities of hospital directors, executive boards, and management support teams. The initiative aims to equip participants with the necessary knowledge, skills, and …