Vientiane: The Department of Irrigation (DOI) under the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry (MAF), with support from the Asian Development Bank (ADB) and in collaboration with the International Water Management Institute (IWMI), convened the first st…
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Champasak and Vientiane Capital Leaders Forge Stronger Economic Ties
Vientiane: A high-level delegation from Champasak Province, led by Governor Alounxay Sounnalat, paid an official visit to Vientiane Capital on June 4, 2025. The delegation was warmly received by Vientiane Capital Governor Atsaphangthong Siphandone and…
9th National Assembly to Prioritize Economic, Legal Reforms
Vientiane: The 9th Ordinary Session of the 9th Legislature of the National Assembly is scheduled to occur from June 9 to 26. The session will focus on discussions related to economic recovery, financial policies, investment strategies, and legal refor…
President Thongloun Meets Malaysian Chief Justice to Boost Judicial Ties
Vientiane: President Thongloun Sisoulith warmly welcomed Her Ladyship Tun Tengku Maimun binti Tuan Mat, Chief Justice of the Federal Court of Malaysia, on June 4, 2025, in Vientiane, during her official visit to the Lao PDR from June 3-6, 2025.
Acco…
Laos Targets Over 5% Economic Growth by 2030
Vientiane: The Lao Government has set an ambitious target to achieve economic growth of over 5% during the 2026-2030 period. This target underscores the government’s confidence in the ongoing recovery of its economy.
According to Lao News Agency, th…
China Introduces ASEAN Visa to Enhance Regional Travel
Beijing: China has launched an “ASEAN Visa” aimed at facilitating cross-border travel for the 10 ASEAN countries and ASEAN observer Timor-Leste, as announced by Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian during a regular press briefing.
Accordin…