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19 March, 2024

- President Thongloun Sisoulith congratulates President Vladimir Putin on his re-election
President Thongloun Sisoulith on Monday congratulated his Russian counterpart President Vladimir Putin on his re-election as the Russian leader. ...More>>>

- Road repairs lead to discovery of Buddha images in Bokeo

A collection of Buddha images of unknown age and origin has been found in Tonpheung district, Bokeo province​, and have been taken to Thongthip Phatthanaram temple in Yaitonpheung village for safekeeping. . ...More>>>

- Laos, EU, UNICEF celebrate digital education milestone
A momentous celebration took place at a Vientiane school this week as the European Union, Lao government, and UNICEF marked the remarkable achievements of the digital learning platform, Khang Panya Lao. ...More>>>

- Laos-China Railway carries more than 30 million passengers, eyes larger volume
The Laos-China Railway had carried 30.2 million passengers and 34.24 million tonnes of freight as of March 12 and vows to increase the volume of both passengers and freight, ...More>>>

- Phu Bia Mining launches video showcasing its world-class mining operations, social and environmental responsibilities
Phu Bia Mining (PBM) on Friday invited 19 Lao media agency representatives to the company’s Vientiane head office to watch its latest detailed film about its operations, social, economic and environmental responsibilities. ..More>>>

- Lao mountaintop’s magical views a heavenly delight for visitors
Vientiane Times is publishing a series of articles on Laos’ Asean Chairmanship, the Asean Tourism Forum, and Visit Laos Year, all taking place in 2024...More>>>

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- JICA supports capacity development in bridge maintenance

The Japan International Cooperation Agency is continuing its Project for Capacity Development on Bridge Maintenance and Management, on Monday hosting a handover ceremony and the 7th and final Joint Coordinating Committee meeting....More>>>

- Some state agencies unable to pay debts, audits reveal
The late payment of debts remains a common occurrence among state agencies, even though the State Audit Organisation carries out regular inspections to ensure that adequate budgets are available to cover all outlays.  ...More>>>

- Over 1,000 items now bear One District, One Product trademark
There are now more than 1,000 types of handicraft and food items registered under the One District, One Product (ODOP) scheme, of which 52 percent are hand-made items and 41 percent are food and beverage products. . ..More>>>

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90 percent of ASEAN capital markets’ goals likely to be met this year
Fulfilment of the ASEAN Capital Market Forum (ACMF) Roadmap for ASEAN Sustainable Capital Markets for 2020-2025 .... More >>>

Lizzyz records second track
Pop-rock singer Lizzyz is working on her second track after her first track was a huge success with fans.
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Spilling the secrets of Vientiane’s riverside rural retreat
Ban Hom-Thin Phia used to be known as a place that regularly flooded, ....More>>>

Set to win presidential election, Putin vows to achieve national goals
MOSCOW (Xinhua) -- Russia’s incumbent President and presidential candidate Vladimir Putin, who is set to win reelection, said he would do his....More >>>

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What do you think about the ban on charcoal in Savannakhet?
Savannakhet authorities have banned the felling of trees for firewood and the purchase of charcoal, and intend to prevent the use of charcoal in the .......More >>>

Lao official takes up post at Asian Tug of War Federation
The Vice President of the Lao Tug of War Federation, Mr Outhay Bannavong, ....More >>>

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Better future in store for Laos’ elephants
Laos is still referred to as the country of a million elephants, but today there are only about 800 left in the country,....More >>>


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