Quezon city: The Commission on Elections (Comelec) will start on Monday the printing of more than 90 million ballots for the Nov. 2, 2026 Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections (BSKE). The printing will commence at 1 p.m. at the National Printing…
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Empowerment and Equality Spotlighted in Lao PDR on Girl Child Day
Vientiane: The Ministry of Health, in partnership with the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), Plan International Laos, and a coalition of international and civil society partners, commemorated the International Day of the Girl Child (IDGC) and Wo…
Laos Nears Completion of Major Cross-Border Wind Power Projects
Bolikhamxay: The Xeuchin Wind Power Projects 1 and 2 in Bolikhamxay Province are rapidly approaching completion, with over 80% of construction already finished. The projects are on schedule to begin generating electricity by the end of 2025.
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Vietnam and Laos Bolster Bilateral Cooperation Across Multiple Sectors
Vientiane: The foreign ministries of Laos and Vietnam have committed to further strengthening their cooperation across various fields. This commitment was reaffirmed by a Vietnamese diplomat who emphasized the effective implementation of a bilateral c…
Lao PDR’s Commitment to Death Penalty Moratorium Recognized on World Day Against Death Penalty
Vientiane: Every year on 10 October, the international community marks the World Day Against the Death Penalty. It is a moment of reflection on the meaning of justice, on the value of human dignity, and on the ways societies across the globe are evolv…
Vientiane’s ‘Girls Takeover’ Initiative Concludes, Empowering Young Women with Invaluable Leadership Experience
Vientiane: An inspiring initiative that empowered ten adolescent girls and young women to step into leadership roles has successfully concluded in Vientiane on Oct 10, equipping each participant with practical skills and confidence far beyond the clas…