Saturday, June 27, 2026

General

Prime Minister Reaffirms Laos’ Commitment to Combating Drug Abuse and Trafficking

Vientiane: In his message, the Prime Minister said the annual observance reflects the international community's shared determination to enhance cooperation in preventing, controlling, and suppressing illicit drug production, trafficking, and abuse. He...

Laos Calls for United National Effort on International Day Against Drug Abuse

Vientiane: The event was attended by Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Defense Khamliang Outhakaysone, who also chairs the National Committee for the Resolution of Drug Problems, alongside Minister of Public Security Vanthong Kongmany, se...

ASEAN Ministers Focus on Regional Innovation at Vientiane Meeting

Vientiane: The meeting was chaired by Lao Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Education and Sports Thongsalith Mangnomek and attended by ministers, deputy ministers, the ASEAN Secretary-General, and delegations from across the region. According to...

Vice President Stresses Importance of Sustainable Mining Practices During Khammouane Visit

Vientiane: Accompanied by provincial leaders and relevant officials, the Vice President toured Lao Kaiyuan Mining Co., Ltd. and Asia-Potash International (Laos) Sole Co., Ltd., where she received updates on production, investment plans, and contributi...

ASEAN and Japan Strengthen Partnership in Science, Technology and Innovation

Vientiane: The meeting was co-chaired by Mr. Souksavat Sihapanya, Director General of the Department of Science Management under Laos' Ministry of Education and Sports and ASEAN Senior Official on Science, Technology and Innovation (COSTI), and Mr. Ok...

Government Policy

laosnewswire.com 2026-06-25 00:00:00

Vientiane: The delegation was led by Mr. Kikuchi Yasushi, outgoing Chief Representative of JETRO Laos, and Mr. Kawano Mitsuhiro, the incoming Chief Representative, together with other officials. According to Lao News Agency, during the meeting, the D...

Education

MoES and Australia Collaborate to Enhance Climate Resilience in Lao Primary Education

Vientiane: The Ministry of Education and Sports (MoES), with support from Australia through the BEQUAL program, is organizing a three-day workshop from 13 to 15 May 2026 to advance the development of Teacher Support Pack 15 (TSP 15) on the topic of cl...

Industry