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27 March 2025

- Govt sets key priorities for April in cabinet meeting
The government has outlined several key priorities for April during a cabinet meeting, including the control of market prices, product efficiency, and public security during the Lao........More>>>

- ASEAN launches Guidelines for Agroecology Transitions to promote sustainable agriculture
In a landmark move towards sustainable agriculture, the ASEAN member states, in partnership with key international organisations, have officially launched the ASEAN.......More>>>

- Laos, Australia strengthen economic ties
Laos and Australia are cooperating to advance their trade and investment ties as part of Australia’s Southeast Asia Economic Strategy .....More>>>

- Alliance Laundry Systems expands “Seed Store” model with plans for 300 branches across ASEAN
CHONBURI, Thailand – Alliance Laundry Systems, the world’s leading manufacturer and distributor of industrial laundry machines, has unveiled....More>>>

- PSVG, Thai Zoological Park Organisation to promote zoo tourism in Laos and Thailand
The Phongsavanh Group (PSVG) of Laos has signed an agreement with the Zoological Park Organisation of Thailand to cooperate in services relateds......More>>>

- Vientiane Motor Market Sole Co launches BAW brand in Laos
The Vientiane Motor Market Sole Co Ltd (VMM) marked a significant milestone with the launch of BAW vehicles in Laos on March 26 at the Vientiane Eco Motor Expo 2025.....More>>>
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- Laos to establish Population Policy Coordination Committee
The Lao government is setting up the Population Policy Coordination Committee (PPCC) to advance national development goals and ensure effective implementation of the National Population and Development Policy for 2019-2030....More>>>

- Government tightens controls on state vehicle use
The government has issued new measures to regulate the use of state vehicles that require all ministries and local authorities to complete vehicle registration and allo-cation by June 2025.........More>>>

- Education ministry proposes changes to primary, secondary school grade structure
Education authorities are considering introducing a major change to the number of years children will spend at primary and lower secondary schools, including increasing the primary education period from 5 to 6 years.......More>>>

- Laos, Cambodia bolster ties in public security
The governments of Laos and Cambodia have indicated their shared desire to pursue cooperation in public security by signing an updated agreement in this field...More>>>

- Laos and Hungary strengthen cooperation on state auditing and transparency
The governments of Laos and Hungary have signed a landmark cooperation agreement aimed at enhancing transparency and financial cooperation between the two countries. ...More>>>

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Nayoby Bank aims to issue 6.4 trillion kip in loans
Nayoby Bank (NBB) has set an ambitious target to issue at least 6.4 trillion kip in loans this year, according to its General Manager, Mr Souphak Thinxayphone....... 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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Empowering rural Laos through financial inclusion, technical support and expertise: Bringing Hope to underserved villages
This story marks the 70th anniversary of establishment of the Lao People’s Revolutionary Party, the 50th anniversary of the founding of the Lao PDR and 105 years ....More>>>

Chaos escalates as deadly blaze spreads in southeastern region
(The Korea Herald/ANN) -- Wildfires continued to rage across southeastern South Korea on Wednesday, as residents grappled with a rising death toll, unprecedented property damage, and the destruction of national treasures......More >>>

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What are your thoughts on the proposal to reduce maternity leave?
The National Assembly is set to discuss a proposal to reduce maternity leave for civil servants from 5 to 3.5 months. While some argue that reducing maternity....... More >>>

Lao runner competes at world athletics indoor championships
An up-and-coming young Lao runner, Sosy Phomphakdy, competed at the World Athletics Indoor Championships in Nanning, China, on March 21........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 >>>

Laos’ Prime Minister, Dr Sonexay Siphandone (left), arrived in China’s Hainan Province along with his wife and officials on Wednesday,...More>>>

 
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