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1 April 2025

- Lao Airlines introduces COMAC C909 to boost regional air links
Lao Airlines State Enterprise has added a COMAC C909 jet to its fleet, marking a new chapter in the national carrier’s commitment to improved passenger experience and regional air connectivity. Speaking at a press conference in Vientiane on March 31, the Managing Director of Lao Airlines, Mr Viengxay Singkham, highlighted the significance of the introduction of the Chinese-made C909, which is registered as RDPL-34229. ........More>>>

- Carlsberg CEO highlights sustainability strategy, a core driver of its global growth, during Laos visit
During his recent visit to Laos to mark the launch of a biomass facility supplying green steam energy to the Lao Brewery Company (LBC), Jacob Aarup-Andersen, the CEO of Carlsberg Group - the joint venture partner with the Lao Government for LBC - shared insights into the company’s commitment to sustainability, a core pillar of its global growth strategy, being reinforced in Laos......More>>>

- KOFIH hosts seminar to strengthen Biomedical Engineering capacity in Lao
The expertise of Lao medical personnel in medical equipment maintenance and management has been enhanced through a capacity-building seminar on medical device management and operation, which was supported by the Korea Foundation for International Healthcare (KOFIH) in collaboration with RISTI Consulting......More>>>

- Four senior state inspectors, three others held over alleged corruption
Law enforcers have detained four senior officials working for the State Inspection Authority (SIA) for investigations into corruption, and three other individuals for allegedly offering bribes. ....More>>>

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- Laos and French  celebrate Francophonie Day with cultural showcase

The French Embassy in Laos recently hosted the Francophonie Day celebrations in partnership with several French-speaking countries present in Laos......More>>>

- Laos, Latvia partner to enhance state auditing, transparency

The governments of Laos and the Republic of Latvia plan to jointly strengthen transparency and financial collaboration between their two countries through...........More>>>

- Air pollution worsens in Oudomxay, Phongsaly, Xayaboury

The quality of air in Oudomxay province has been measured as the worst in Laos, while Phongsaly and Xayaboury provinces have recorded the second worst. ......More>>>

- ASEAN holds emergency meeting on Myanmar-Thailand earthquake response 
The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) convened an emergency meeting of foreign ministers via video conference to discuss the response to the. .......More>>>

- 8,000 Lao nationals currently employed in S. Korea
The government of the Republic of Korea has increased the quota for skilled Lao nationals seeking jobs in Korea this year, where at least 8,000 Lao citizens are currently working, enabling them to boost their incomes and further improve their skills. . ........More>>>

- Motorists advised to drive with caution during road upgrades

Motorists are advised to take care when driving on a section of Road No. 10 being upgraded in Tanmixay, Nathom, Huayteuy and Nonsa-art villages in Xaythany district. ...More>>>

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Laos’ inflation rate at 11.2 percent in March: LSB update
The inflation rate in Laos in March was 11.2 percent, according to the Lao Statistics Bureau (LSB), marking a continued but slower pace of inflation compared to the ....... More >>>

‘Sounds and Gestures 3’ – A spectacular cultural collaboration between Laos and Japan
The third edition of “Sounds and Gestures”, being organised on March 29 by the Japan Foundation’s Vientiane Liaison Office, will feature French-Lao choreographer Ole Kamchanla’s .... More >>>

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Cam On restaurant brings the heart of Vietnam to your table
Nestled within the well-established Senglao Group, Cam On restaurant is a hidden gem for those seeking an authentic taste of Vietnam. ....More>>>

Search and rescue operations underway for those trapped in collapsed Zenodaya School buildings in Sagaing Hills
(Eleven) -- The Myanmar Fire Service announced that it is searching for and......More >>>

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What do you think of government ministry mergers?
To enhance efficiency and reduce costs, the Lao government has merged several ministries, cutting the total number from 17 to 13. All lawmakers supported the downsizing of the administrative structure, saying....... More >>>

Laos eyes knockout result at Asian Judo Championship
Two Lao male judo fighters will compete in the Asian Judo Championship 2025 in Bangkok, Thailand, from April 24-28, followed by the Thailand Inter-national Judo Championship 2025 in Bangkok in August. ......More >>>

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Simple form of transport adds colour to island experience
Vientiane Times is publishing a series of articles to mark Visit Laos Year 2024. ...More >>>


 
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