Vientiane: A senior Lao official has been appointed to a leading position within the country’s investment authority, as part of a broader organisational restructuring. Phonvanh Outhavong has been named Vice Minister of Finance and Standing Vice Chairp…
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Lao Peace Committee Welcomes Chinese Development Delegation
Vientiane: The President of the Lao Peace and Solidarity Committee has welcomed a visiting delegation from the China Foundation for Peace and Development (CFPD), marking a continuation of long-standing cooperation between the two sides.
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Lao PDR Hosts 5th National Conference on Government-INGO Cooperation
Vientiane: The meeting was chaired by Mr Thongsavan Phomvihane, Minister of Foreign Affairs, and brought together more than 300 participants, including provincial governors and vice-governors, the Mayor of Vientiane Capital, vice-ministers from releva…
Laos Appoints New Head of Presidential Office in Leadership Transition
Laos: Laos has appointed a new Secretary of the Party Committee and Head of the Presidential Office, following an official handover ceremony held in Vientiane on 20 March 2026. Phongsamouth Anlavan takes over the role from Khemmany Pholsena, who has r…
Vientiane Party Committee Honors President Kaysone on Party Anniversary
Vientiane: Atsaphangthong Siphandone, Member of the Party Central Committee and Secretary of the Vientiane Party Committee, led a delegation in a wreath-laying ceremony to honor Kaysone Phomvihane, marking the 71st anniversary of the founding of the L…
12-Storey Lao Center Marks City Milestone
Vientiane: Located in Phapho Village, Sisattanak District, the Lao Center Project is set to redefine urban living and business in the capital. Once completed, the development will feature the tallest structure in the country-a striking 46-storey tower…