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6 July 2026


- Laos, Myanmar strengthen ties during state visit of Myanmar President
The leaders of Laos and Myanmar have pledged to deepen their long-standing bilateral relations and expand cooperation across multiple sectors during a state visit by the Myanmar President to Vientiane from July 3-5..........More>>>

- Party leader calls for more robust checks to curb corruption
Secretary General of the Lao People’s Revolutionary Party Central Committee and President of Laos, Mr Thongloun Sisoulith, has called for stronger, more effective and transparent inspection of all Party and State bodies, saying anti-corruption efforts must have “no restricted zones and no exceptions” as Laos intensifies measures to safeguard public interests and foster national development. Addressing the closing session of the 5th National Inspection Work Conference on July 2, President Thongloun said close scrutiny of all sectors must not only identify strengths and good practices for wider application, but also uncover shortcomings, violations of the law, and misconduct that undermine public trust and damage the interests of the state and people.........More>>>

- Lawmakers to review rural poverty agenda, economy and budget reforms
The National Assembly will hold an extraordinary session next week to review the economy, poverty reduction efforts, and financial reforms......More>>>

- What lessons would a nation’s leader choose to leave for future generations?
In Letters to My Grandchildren, President Thongloun Sisoulith opens a window into his life through a collection of heartfelt letters written during official journeys abroad between 2014 and 2019. More than a family memoir, the book recounts an extraordinary journey from a humble childhood in a remote village in Huaphan province to the highest office in the Lao PDR.......More>>>


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- Government officials, business accomplices jailed for corruption 
The  Vientiane People’s Court has announced verdicts in four cases of corruption involving former state officials and business operators, with several defendants..........More>>>

- Illicit wildlife products seized in raid in Luang Prabang
Authorities have seized a large quantity of suspected protected wildlife parts and products during a raid on an alleged illegal wildlife trading operation in Luang Prabang province, marking another step in the country’s efforts to combat wildlife crime........More>>>

- Road upgrade set to ease travel in Bokeo
Some 230 billion kip is being invested in the upgrade and resurfacing of a road between Paktha and Pha-oudom districts in a rural area of Bokeo province.........More>>>

- Lao leaders mark 60 years of ties with Malaysia
Lao leaders have sent congratulatory messages to their Malaysian counterparts to mark the 60th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Laos and Malaysia.........More>>>

- Plan proposed for integration of Laos’ postal services across Mekong region
A new project was set in motion on July 2, aiming to integrate Laos’ postal and logistices services with those of other countries in the Mekong River region, aiming to improve cross-border links and better support regional trade.......More>>>

- Laos seeks to build new generation of agricultural entrepreneurs to boost commercial production
Laos is seeking to develop a new generation of skilled agricultural entrepreneurs and accelerate the country’s transition towards modern, market-oriented agriculture, as the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment and the Lao People’s Revolutionary Youth Union signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to pursue this effort............More>>>

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Govt increases funding for small business loans
Small businesses in Laos will have more opportunities to get a bank loan after the government increased funding for a credit guarantee scheme with a new allocation of 5 billion kip.........More>>>

Pakse contestant ready for Mister Universe Laos 2026
As a contestant in the Mister Universe Laos 2026 representing his hometown of Pakse city in Champasak province, Vannakone Soutthavilay (also known as Agoi), aged 28, is ready to prove that discipline, perseverance........More >>>

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Volunteering in Laos: Teaching English in Xayabouly
When I arrived in Xayabouly to volunteer at the Phoudthasay English Learning Centre, I was looking for something beyond conventional travel. I wanted to experience Laos, not as a passing visitor but as a........More>>>

Venezuela honours international rescue teams, sends thanks to Vietnam’s top leader
LA GUAIRA (VNA) -- Acting President of Venezuela Delcy Rodriguez chaired a ceremony in La Guaira state to honour international rescue forces for their considerable.........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 sort of news would you like the media to provide?
​As control of the nation’s media shifts directly to the Party, the airwaves remain tightly bound to official policy. But does this give people the information they need or find interesting, and what do they actually ..... More >>>

Lao players celebrate wins at Capital International Petrol Tennis Cup
Some 130 tennis players took competed in the junior and open categories of the two-week Capital International Petrol Tennis Cup, which ended at the Vientiane Tennis Club on Saturday......More >>>

 


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