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21 March 2025

- NA approves ministry mergers, amendments to constitution, laws, investment incentives
Some 156 members of the National Assembly (NA) on Thursday unanimously approved the merger of four ministries with other departments in a major restructuring process, reducing the number of ministries from 17 to 13........More>>>

- Finance Ministry seizes over 12.3 billion kip from 50 accounts
The Ministry of Finance has announced the seizure of more than 12.3 billion kip, US$265,919, and more than 24.8 million baht from 50 accounts as part of an ongoing anti-corruption investigation.
The announcement was made during the 2024 annual inspection review  and the 2025 planning meeting of the Party Inspection Committee of the Ministry of Finance, chaired by the Minister of Finance, Mr Santiphab Phomvihane, on March 18. ......More>>>

- Thanaleng Dry Port opens post-sale tax payment warehouse to boost turnover capital           
The operator of the Thanaleng Dry Port – Laos’ first integrated logistics centre - in collaboration with Leasing Lao Co., Ltd., has set up a groundbreaking post-sale tax payment warehouse, viewed as a milestone in boosting importers’ turnover capital to grow their businesses. ......More>>>

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- Pakxet tourist site gets boost from Saravan Information, Culture and Tourism Department

Information, Culture and Tourism Department of Saravan province is extending support to business operators at the Pakxet tourist site in Vapy district, according to Lao National Radio. .......More>>>

- Medics get lessons on use of diagnostic imaging equipment 
Health officials and teachers from the University of Health Sciences (UHS) recently gathered in Vientiane for a workshop on the effective management of medical imaging diagnostic ......More>>>

- Saravan stupa gets official heritage recognition

The ancient That Ka Dao Theuk stupa, located in Nakhok village, Khongxedon district, Saravan province, has been officially designated a local heritage site.......More>>>

- Achieving sustainable food security and nutrition in Laos: WFP’s partnerships and interventions
The World Food Programme (WFP) has been a key player in addressing food security and nutrition in Laos. The organisation has consistently targeted the root causes.....More>>>

- Laos, China, Thailand mull rail freight expansion
Laos, China and Thailand are stepping up efforts to streamline rail freight transport, aiming to cut costs and speed up trade through the Laos-China Railway, following.....More>>>

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National Assembly okays 30-year tax break to fuel Amata investment
National Assembly (NA) members on Thursday gave the green light to a special incentive granting a 30-year profit tax exemption to companies that set up operations ..... More >>>

A season with the sound of the khaen: The Heritage Cycle launches at Institut Français du Laos
The Institut Français du Laos has launched a cultural cycle focusing on Lao intangible heritage and is showcasing the khaen, the country’s emblematic mouth organ, ... More >>>

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Lao Silk House weavings combine tradition with modernity
The timeless beauty of Lao silk came to life before my eyes during a recent visit to the Lao Silk House on the occasion of International Women’s Day......More>>>

EU unveils white paper on defense amid US uncertainty
BRUSSELS (China Daily/ANN) -- The European Commission on Wednesday introduced a comprehensive plan to enhance the European Union’s (EU) defense capabilities......More >>>

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What reforms would you like the Lao People’s Revolutionary Party to carry out?
For the past 70 years, the Lao People’s Revolutionary Party has been at the helm of Laos’ development, guiding the ..... More >>>

Foreign-based footballers give added kick to Laos national team
Four Lao footballers who live abroad and play for teams in other countries will join the Laos team to boost their chances against Sri Lanka in a FIFA International Friendly........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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