Luang Namtha:The Ministry of Education and Sports (MoES), with support from the Australian Government through the BEQUAL program, is piloting new Multigrade Guidelines in 30 schools across target districts in Luang Namtha, Xiangkhouang, and Savannakhe…
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JICA Representative Honored for Contributions to Education and Sports in Laos
Vientiane:The Ministry of Education and Sports (MoES) recently honored Risa Shibata, a representative of the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), for her significant contributions to the development of education, science, and sports in Lao P…
Midwife’s Dedication Prevails After Dam Collapse in Attapeu Province
Sanamxay:Ms. Manivong, a midwife in Sanamxay District, Attapeu Province, has continued her vital work despite the challenges following a dam collapse that destroyed the local health center.
According to Lao News Agency, the catastrophe left many pre…
Luang Prabang Prepares for Traditional Fire Boat Festival
Luang Prabang:The city is getting ready for the annual Boun Ork Phansa Pavarana and Lai Heua Fai (Fire Boat) Festival, set to occur from October 24-26, 2026. This event will include a variety of traditional, cultural, and tourism activities.
Accordi…
ASEAN Advances Cooperation to Combat Criminal Fugitives
Hanoi:Law enforcement agencies from ASEAN member states convened in a high-level conference to discuss enhancing regional cooperation against criminal fugitives. This event took place in Hanoi on September 30, hosted by Vietnam’s Ministry of Public Se…
Lao PDR Expands Family Planning Services for World Contraception Day
Vientiane:Lao PDR is celebrating World Contraception Day 2026 with a comprehensive campaign to enhance family planning access across the nation. The Ministry of Health, in collaboration with the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), is spearheading …