- Vietnam accounts for largest share of Laos’ approved investments in 2026
Vietnam accounted for the largest share of investment projects approved by Laos in the first nine months of 2026, with these projects valued at US$4.7 billion out of a total US$8.57 billion for 45 approved investment projects. The figures were announced at the Laos-Vietnam Investment Promotion Conference 2026, where the two countries pledged to deepen economic ties and expand private sector cooperation..........More>>>
- Laos, Vietnam push for mega project beyond paper
Laos and Vietnam are advancing detailed plans for expressway, railway and energy projects following Vietnamese Prime Minister Le Minh Hung’s official visit to Laos, with both sides seeking to turn long-standing proposals into reality............More>>>
- Drugs go up in flames to mark National Day against Drug Abuse
Vientiane authorities marked National Day against Drug Abuse and Trafficking on Saturday by setting fire to nearly 3.9 tonnes of drugs seized by police. The drugs were burned in Nonsa-art village, Xaythany district, in the presence of theSecretary.....More>>>
- Keeping children in school, strengthening teachers
Education is more than classrooms, textbooks or school uniforms. For many youngsters, it is the bridge between the life they have today and the future they hope to build.
But when children leave school too early, or when teachers lack the support and training they need, that bridge can become difficult to cross........More>>>
- President to visit Azerbaijan
President Thongloun Sisoulith will pay an official visit to Azerbaijan on October 13-14 and attend a regional summit in Baku to discuss peace, security and cooperation in Asia.....More>>>
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- Govt tightens restrictions on under-18s at entertainment venues
The Ministry of Culture and Tourism has announced stricter measures to prevent people under the age of 18 from entering entertainment venues and using their services, warning businesses that breach of the regulations could incur a fine or suspension or revocation of their operating licence.
The measures are aimed at strengthening enforcement of the law governing entertainment businesses, following reports of widespread non-compliance among licensed establishments. ........More>>>
- Laos steps up workforce skills development
Laos has made progress in strengthening workforce skills and employment services, with 126,392 people, including 59,221 women, participating in skills development programmes.........More>>>
- Govt-funded irrigation system in Savannakhet suffers delays
The government has invested more than 16 billion kip in the construction of an irrigation channel in Namon village, Atsaphon district, Savannakhet province, but work has been hampered by delays. .....More>>>
- NA demands tougher action to recover billions in lost state funds
The National Assembly Standing Committee has called for tougher action to recover lost state funds and assets, as corruption cases and audit findings reveal substantial financial losses and continuing weaknesses in the management of public resources..........More>>>
- Public urged to conserve water ahead of dry season
People across Laos are being urged to conserve water as the end of the rainy season approaches, raising concerns about possible water shortages in the coming months........More>>>
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What can be done to improve road safety?
As traffic congestion increases and road accidents become increasingly frequent in Vientiane, stronger law enforcement could help protect motorists and pedestrians. The Vientiane Times asked local residents........... More >>>
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