Laos: In a bid to mitigate the economic strain caused by escalating fuel prices, the Laotian government has mandated a reduction in university class schedules from five days to three days a week. This measure, announced in a government notification on…
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Laos Implements Three-Day School Week to Alleviate Fuel Cost Burden
Vientiane: On March 19, 2026, the Prime Minister’s Office of the Lao PDR issued Notice No. 366/PMO mandating nationwide adjustments to school operations, as part of emergency measures to ease the financial strain on families amid continued fuel price …
Khammouane Celebrates World Heritage Status for Hin Nam No National Park
Thakhek: Sonexay Siphandone, Prime Minister of Laos, on March 19, 2026 presided over a ceremony in Thakhek District marking the inscription of Hin Nam No National Park as a UNESCO Natural World Heritage Site. The park is recognized as a transboundary …
Lao Students Awarded Japanese Government Scholarships for Study in Japan
Vientiane: On March 19, 2026, Lao students selected for the MEXT Scholarship Program were honored at a send-off reception held at the residence of the Ambassador of Japan to Laos, as they prepare to pursue studies in Japan. The event was attended by P…
United by Language: Francophonie Celebrated at the Residence of France in Vientiane
Vientiane: The Embassy of France celebrated the Month of Francophonie in partnership with several Francophone countries present in Laos: Belgium, Cambodia, Canada, Luxembourg, Switzerland, and Vietnam in the presence of representatives of the Lao auth…
Vientiane School Marks Francophonie Day, Highlights Bilingual Program Success
Vientiane: On March 19, Vientiane Secondary School on Thursday celebrated the 56th International Francophonie Day with an arts festival, highlighting strong academic results and continued growth of its Lao-French bilingual program. The event also mark…