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19 December 2025


New update - Japan’s Olympic silver medallist, coach inspire young athletes in Pakse
Japan’s Olympic silver medallist sprinter Shota Iizuka and his coach, Yasuhiro Toyoda, conducted athletics coaching sessions and relay activities for school students......More>>>

New update - Lasting Laos: A new gold standard for tourism MSMEs
Small businesses in the tourism sector now have a pathway to elite status through the "Lasting Laos" certification, a scheme designed to transform local enterprises into leaders of the green economy.......More>>>

New update - US suspends visas for Lao citizens 
The United States will fully suspend visa issuance to Lao citizens holding ordinary passports from January 1, 2026, following a new executive order signed........More>>>

New update - New AIS preschool set to raise standards for early learners
he Australian International School in Vientiane made a major step forward in early childhood education in Laos with a groundbreaking ceremony on Friday to mark the start of construction of its new preschool.......More>>>

- EU commits over 1 million euros to bolster women’s role in agriculture
The European Union (EU) has committed over 1 million euros to support women’s economic development in Laos through a new project focused on enhancing women’s roles in agriculture and environmental sustainability......More>>>

- EDL ramps up reforms to tackle debt, reduce electricity costs
Électricité du Laos (EDL) has stepped up organisational reform, debt restructuring, and energy price negotiation, aiming to ease financial pressures and help reduce the.......More>>>

- Population and housing census now 69 percent complete
The country’s first fully digital Population and Housing Census is gaining momentum, with data collection progressing steadily nationwide and nearing completion.......More>>>

- High-level mission highlights strong progress in northern Laos’ ancient tea and sustainable coffee value chains
Phongsaly, December 8, 2025 – the officials of Ministry of Agriculture and Environment, the European Union and France officially conducted a 5-day supervision.....More>>>

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NUOL marks close of five-year Korea-Laos ICT cooperation project
The National University of Laos (NUOL) last week held an official handover ceremony for the K-LAB Vientiane Establishment and Operation Project, marking the successful completion of a five-year Korea-Laos initiative in information and communication technology (ICT) education.....More>>>

- K-LAB ICT Maker Fair 2025 empowers next generation of Lao Innovators
K-Lab successfully hosted the K-LAB ICT Maker Fair 2025 on December 11–12 at the Faculty of Engineering in Vientiane, providing a dynamic platform for Lao youth to engage with digital technology, innovation, and hands-on learning.....More>>>


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- Technology Ministry, APB partner to strengthen e-transaction security
The Ministry of Technology and Communications has teamed up with the Agricultural Promotion Bank Co., Ltd. (APB) to enhance security in accessing and conducting electronic transactions. .......More>>>

- Transport department admits challenges in regulation of heavy vehicles  
Despite regular checks and fines, heavily laden trucks carrying construction materials continue to inflict damage on Vientiane’s roads, the city’s Department of Public Works and Transport reported during the 10th Ordinary Session of the Vientiane People’s Council on Tuesday. .......More>>>

- City council mulls harsh penalties for law-breaking entertainment venues
A top Vientiane official has proposed strict new penalties on entertainment venues and bars that violate the law, including fines equal to 30 percent of a business’s registered capital and permanent closure of establishments linked to serious crimes.......More>>>

- City tackles drainage, canal management challenges
Vientiane authorities have again pledged to improve the management of the city’s drainage ditches and canals, while acknowledging ongoing challenges related to encroachment, pollution, and public cooperation........More>>>

 
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NUOL partners with iWind to advance wind measurement
The Faculty of Engineering at the National University of Laos (NUOL) has signed a technical cooperation agreement with iWind Corporation Co Ltd, a Thailand-based renewable energy specialist, to conduct........ More >>>

Lao actor Oung Thotsaphone participates in short film project in Thailand
Lao actor and model Oung Thotsaphone has once again made a notable appearance on the international film scene by joining a short film project in Thailand that advanced to the Top 21 teams out of 127 entries at........ More >>>

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Laos celebrates three milestones in history of the Party and nation

This story marks the 70th anniversary of the establishment of the Lao People’s Revolutionary Party, the 50th anniversary of the founding of the Lao PDR, and the 105th birthday of President Kaysone Phomvihane this year......More>>>

Visa-free transit policies spur surge of foreign visitors
(China Daily/ANN) --Some 40.6 million foreign nationals entered China via various ports nationwide over the past year, marking a year-on-year increase of 27.2 percent, according to statistics released by the National Immigration Administration on Wednesday........More >>>

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What do you think about the current cost of electricity?
As the cost of living continues to rise, many people are finding it increasingly difficult to keep up with their monthly utility bills. Following the introduction of a tiered electricity tariff system this year, many households have seen their power bills nearly...... More >>>

Goalball federation eyes further success at ASEAN Para Games
The Lao Disabled Persons Goalball Federation will prepare six female players to compete in the ASEAN Para Games in Thailand next month after their success at the National Disabled Games in matches taking place from December 17-18........More >>>

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Exploring Laos at 50: A journey through nature, culture and adventure
As the Lao People’s Democratic Republic marks the 50th anniversary of its founding, the nation enters a moment of profound reflection, honouring its achievements in peace, development and unity, while. ...More >>>


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