- President’s state visit to DPRK signals strenthened ties
Secretary General of the Lao People’s Revolutionary Party and State President Thongloun Sisoulith on Wednesday led a Lao delegation to lay a floral tribute at Pyongyang’s Kumsusan Palace of the Sun during his state visit to the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK) on October 7-8. The President’s visit was in response to an invitation from General Secretary of the Workers’ Party of Korea and President of State Affairs of the DPRK, Mr Kim Jong Un..........More>>>
- PM calls for urgent action as storms, global tensions affect economy
Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone has called for a nationwide effort to speed up recovery from the devastation caused by storm Bualoi and to stabilise the economy amid growing global uncertainty.
Opening the government’s Ordinary Session for September on Thursday, Mr Sonexay said Laos is suffering from the combined effects of storms, financial pressures and external instability, which require immediate and coordinated solutions..........More>>>
- Bolikhamxay wind power project boosts livelihoods of local communities
The under-construction Truong Son Wind Power Project in Bolikhamxay province will not only generate electricity but is already helping to improve the lives of local people, according to a report in the Pathetlao Daily newspaper.
The wind farm, located in Khamkeuth and Xaychamphon districts, is owned by the Viet Lao Power Joint Stock Company. It has a total generating capacity of 250MW, with the Truong Son Wind Power Project 2 producing an additional 350MW......More>>>
- Lighted boat festivals glow across Laos, with Luang Prabang shining brightest
Communities across Laos lit up rivers on Wednesday in celebration of the annual Lighted Boat Festival, one of the most beloved traditions marking the end of Buddhist Lent.
Each province hosted its own ceremony to pay respect to the river spirits, express gratitude for nature’s blessings, and wish for peace and prosperity in the coming year.
Among these vibrant celebrations, Luang Prabang stood out as the highlight. The World Heritage town came alive with light and colour as residents gathered in Pahuak village for the province’s most spectacular ceremony. .....More>>>
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- Savannakhet police arrest four over possession of banned substances
Police in Savannakhet province have arrested four men suspected of involvement in the production and sale of banned substances. The suspects were named as Mr Hatsady, 29, a labourer from Saphan Neua village; Mr Saisombath, 18, a vendor from Latsavongxay village; Mr Phousavanh, 17, a labourer from Chaleunsook village, Outhoumphon district; and Mr Saisomphone, 26, a vendor from Huameuang Tai village, all in Savannakhet province........More>>>
- Laos supports ASEAN’s push for inclusivity, sustainability
Laos has voiced strong support for ASEAN’s efforts to strengthen inclusivity, sustainability and social welfare through new initiatives endorsed at the 34th ASEAN Socio-Cultural Community Council Meeting held in Malaysia from October 6-8. Minister of Culture and Tourism Mrs Suanesavanh Vignaket led the Lao delegation attending the meeting, which discussed the ASEAN Socio-Cultural Community’s post-2025 strategic plan and adopted 19 key documents for submission to ASEAN leaders at the 47th ASEAN Summit later this year......More>>>
- Laos strengthens regional links at ASEAN agriculture and forestry meetings
Laos reaffirmed its commitment to regional food security and sustainable agriculture during the 47th ASEAN Ministers on Agriculture and For-estry meeting and related sessions held in Manila, the Philippines, on October 1-2. The Lao delegation was led by Minister of Agriculture and Environment Prof. Dr Linkham Douangsavanh, who also serves as the ASEAN Chair of Agriculture and Forestry.........More>>>
- Ministries ramp up efforts to curb teacher shortage
The Ministry of National Defence and the Ministry of Education and Sports are pursuing a plan to give civil servant status to volunteer teachers, as part of the government’s efforts to ease the chronic teacher shortage. Discussions are centring on the recruitment of volunteer teachers as military personnel, who would then be assigned to teaching positions at primary schools.....More>>>
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