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15 June 2026


- Laos, Myanmar plan broader cooperation
Laos and Myanmar are forging ahead to deepen cooperation as their foreign ministers discussed plans for a bilateral meeting to boost collaboration on trade, investment, labour, energy, transport, border management and education.......More>>>

- Laos calls for more funding to drive environmental action
Mobilising more green finance and private sector investment will be crucial if Laos is to meet its environmental commitments while sustaining economic growth, participants at the National Environment Forum 2026 heard on June 11........More>>>

- UN backs Laos ahead of cluster munitions summit
The United Nations has pledged continued support for Laos as the country prepares to host a major global conference on cluster munitions in September.
The commitment was reaffirmed during a meeting between the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mr Thongsavanh Phomvihane, and the United Nations Under-Secretary-General and High Representative for Disarmament Affairs, Mrs Izumi Nakamitsu. The meeting was held during Mr Thongsavanh’s working visit to Hanoi, Vietnam, to participate in the 3rd ASEAN Future Forum on June 9.......More>>>

- Saemaul Foundation training boosts community development efforts
Community development efforts in Laos received a boost through a Saemaul Foundation training programme held at the Lao Plaza Hotel on June 11.
The day-long event, conducted by the Saemaul Foundation Laos Office, brought together 106 participants, including residents of Nonxay, Donyeng and Phao villages in Paknguem district, officials from the Vientiane Department of Agriculture and Environment, and Paknguem district authorities......More>>>


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- Lao leaders offer condolences on passing of Thai Princess
Lao leaders extended their deepest condolences on the passing of Her Royal Highness Princess Bajrakitiyabha Narendiradebyavadi, joining the Thai people in mourning the loss of a respected member of the Royal Family. ........More>>>

- President sends condolences after Philippines quake
President Thongloun Sisoulith has sent a message of condolence to Philippine President Ferdinand Romualdez Marcos Jr following the powerful earthquake that struck the southern Philippines on June 8.....More>>>

- Laos expands specialist eye-care services for children through fellowship programme
Laos has strengthened its capacity to provide specialist eye care for children after some surgeons graduated from the Paediatric Ophthalmology Fellowship programme, marking a significant step towards expanding treatment services and reducing the need for patients to seek care abroad. ......More>>>

- 50 arrested in latest bust of online scammers
Champasak police have arrested 50 individuals following a raid on an alleged online scam outfit operating out of a guesthouse in Bachiengchaleunsouk district.........More>>>.

- China backs study of unmanned aerial vehicle technology to Laos
Laos’ Applied Research Institute of Smart Technology (ARIST) and China’s Flying Tiger Hump General Aviation Company will jointly conduct a feasibility study on a project to develop and introduce the use of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) in Laos, marking a new step in technological cooperation between the two countries..........More>>>

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KOICA supports digital transformation in Lao garment industry
The Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) is supporting a pilot project to help Lao garment manufacturers strengthen their digital capabilities and prepare.......More>>>

International Day for Dialogue among Civilisations opens in Vientiane
The China Cultural Centre celebrated the International Day for Dialogue among Civilisations as a connecting bridge for civilisational exchanges that create opportunities for the Lao and Chinese people........More >>>

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From lost dream to new purpose: Bokeo youth builds veterinary enterprise
At 22 years old, Xaikham had already experienced a disappointment that many young people would find difficult to overcome.
Growing up in a remote........More>>>

Vietnamese PM urges Hanoi to target higher growth, become leading innovation hub
HANOI (VNA/VNS/ANN) -- Prime Minister Le Minh Hung has called on Hanoi to set higher development goals .......More >>>

 
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Kuala Lumpur offers unmissable experiences during Visit Malaysia 2026
Travel between Vientiane and Malaysia is now easier than ever following the launch of direct flights between the Lao capital...More >>>

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What should the government do to prevent internet fraud?
Ms Souphaphone Phommasane, an employee in Chanthabouly district: ​I was shocked to hear that these scammers were operating right under  ..... More >>>

Tripartite MoU seeks to bolster standard of football in Champasak
A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed on Thursday will strengthen cooperation in the development of football in Champasak province, aiming to boost the province’s.......More >>>

 


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