Vientiane: Malaithong Kommasith, the Minister of Industry and Commerce, recently received Krongkanit Rakcharoen, the newly appointed Ambassador of Thailand to the Lao PDR, highlighting the importance of fostering stronger economic ties between the two…
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Laos’ Inflation Rate Stands at 7 Pct in Q1
Vientiane: Laos’ inflation rate reached 7 percent in the first quarter of 2026. The figures were presented during a meeting on Tuesday aimed at reviewing progress on the national socio-economic development plan and the state budget. The meeting was ch…
ASEAN Youth Fellowship Returns, Expanding Leadership Opportunities for Lao Youth
Vientiane: The programme brings together outstanding participants aged 27 to 35, offering a platform for cross-border collaboration, leadership development, and policy engagement on key regional challenges. Recognised as a leading initiative for nurtu…
LFNC Reviews Security and Health Care Preparations Ahead of 12th National Congress
Vientiane: The Lao Front for National Development (LFNC) convened a meeting on April 21, 2026, to review the progress of its Subcommittee for Security and Health Care.
According to Lao News Agency, the meeting was chaired by Siphachanh Nanthavongsa,…
Vientiane Plans Closure of Don Noun Intersection to Manage Traffic
Vientiane: In a strategic move to address the growing traffic congestion, the Don Noun intersection along Kaysone Phomvihane Road will be closed starting May 1, 2026. According to Notice No. 3641/DPWT.VTE, this decision comes as a response to the incr…
Prime Minister Inaugurates Expanded Champasak Provincial People’s Council Office
Pakse: Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone attended and presided over the official opening of the expanded Provincial People’s Council office and meeting hall on April 21, 2026. He was joined by senior officials, including Alounxai Sounnalath, Secretary…