- PM calls for Buddhism to play stronger role in development process
The Prime Minister has urged the Lao Buddhist Fellowship Organisation (LBFO) to undertake comprehensive reforms to strengthen public faith, modernise Buddhist practice, and reinforce its role in national unity and socio-economic development. PM Sonexay Siphandone made the call at the 9th National Congress of Buddhist Representatives held in Vientiane on Tuesday. The prime minister told the Congress that changes should be strong, deep and wide-ranging, particularly in renewing the mindset of monks, novices and Buddhist followers........More>>>
- A life written for the nation: book launch and commemoration of Mr Khamma Phomkong
The launch of the book “History, Society and Culture”, alongside a solemn commemoration of the life and enduring contributions of the late Mr Khamma Phomkong, was hosted by Mrs Phosy Phomkong and her family at the Grand Ballroom at the Lao Plaza Hotel in Vientiane on December 20. The afternoon saw the venue transformed into a living chronicle of Lao history, culture, and national memories..........More>>>
- ADB approves US$10 million support for recovery of Lao forests
Laos will restore degraded forests and expand rural income options under a new responsible forestry project for which the Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved US$10 million.
The funding will support Responsible Forestry Project Phase I, which aims to reduce forest degradation, strengthen climate resilience, and improve livelihoods for forest-dependent communities.......More>>>
- People-to-people cooperation: Friendship between Japan and Laos built by JICA volunteers
On December 25, 1965, five young Japanese volunteers arrived in Vientiane, marking the beginning of a historic partnership. Laos was the first country in the world to receive volunteers provided through the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA).....More>>>
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- Heavy trucks banned from Kasy-Nan road during resurfacing
Transport authorities have announced a temporary traffic restriction on National Highway No. 22, commonly known as the Phou Kao Lak (Km9 Mountain) route, as major road improvements take place.
The restriction takes effect on December 24 and is expected to remain in place until January 31, 2026........More>>>
- Top Champasak official provides relief aid after devastating fire
Reflecting the deep concern of the Party, state, and provincial authorities for the well-being of local residents, senior officials in Champasak province on Sunday visited families affected by a devastating house fire in Phabath village, Pakse city.........More>>>
- Lao students destined for Australia thanks to life-changing scholarships
The Australian government has provided scholarships to 26 Lao nationals under the Australia Awards Scholarships programme, enabling them to pursue higher education at universities across Australia......More>>>
- SME plan targets scale-up, formal growth
Laos is trying to turn its vast number of small, informal businesses into fewer, stronger, competitive firms that actually contribute to growth, exports, and state revenue.........More>>>
- Anutin pledges support for Laos’ ‘land-locked to land-linked’ policy
(The Nation/ANN) -- Caretaker Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul pledged on Tuesday Thailand’s support for Laos’ “land-locked to land-linked” policy as the neighbouring country donated US$200,000 to help with flood relief in southern Thailand...........More>>>
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S. Korea provides footballs for Lao schools
The Sharing Culture Arts Association of the Republic of Korea has donated 150 footballs to the Ministry of Education and Sports to support physical education in remote schools and orphanages across Laos.
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