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7 April 2025


- Cambodian PM pays tribute to former LPRPCC Chairman, President of Laos
Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet on Saturday led a delegation paying tribute to former Chairman of the Lao People’s Revolutionary Party Central Committee and former President of Laos, General Khamtay Siphandone, who died on April 2 at the age of 102....More>>>

- Team Europe scales up support for Laos with over 670 million euro commitmentTeam Europe has increased its financial commitments for 2021–2025 from an initial 550 million euros to 672 million euros and, by last month, 25,606 million euros had already been effectively engaged through new projects, according to a news release from the EU Delegation to Laos. .....More>>>

- Vientiane province attracts over 900,000 tourists in three months
Vientiane province attracted 902,057 tourists from in the first quarter of 2025, including 416,232 domestic tourists and 485,825 foreign travellers.....More>>>

- Foreign leaders extend condolences over former Lao President’s passing
Foreign leaders have sent messages to their Lao counterparts, extending condolences over the passing of former Lao President Khamtay Siphandone. General Khamtay, who was also a former Chairman of the Lao People’s Revolutionary Party (LPRP) Central Committee, died on April 2 at the age of 102.......More>>>

- Phu Bia Mining continues to excel in Chevrons ‘Best in Class’ lubrication standardsPhu Bia Mining (PBM) is proud to announce that both its Phu Kham Copper-Gold and Ban Houayxai Gold-Silver Operations have again achieved “Chevron’s Best in Class Five Star rating” for Reliability-Focused Lubrication (RFL) practices.........More>>>
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- Govt donates 4.5 billion kip of aid for Myanmar earthquake relief
The government has donated consumer goods, other supplies and cash worth a total of 4.5 billion kip (US$200,000) to the government of Myanmar to assist with relief efforts in the wake of the recent catastrophic earthquake........More>>>

- MOTC hosts conference on technology and communications
Laos’ Ministry of Technology and Communications held a meeting to review the progress in developing secure and modern telecommunications and information technologies for all sectors from the central to local levels.. ......More>>>

- Govt, UN launch report highlighting progress, strategic directions for 2025
The government and the United Nations recently revealed the 2024 Annual Results Report at a Joint Steering Committee meeting, marking a key milestone in their collaborative efforts to drive sustainable development.....More>>>

- Govt moves forward with plans to enhance water resource management
Water security and the sustainable management of water resources in Laos is set to be strengthened through a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signed between the government and a key development partner.......More>>>
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Govt to work with private sector to boost business environment, says DPM
The government is committed to cooperating with the private sector to improve the business environment and remove unnecessary barriers while ensuring supportive...... More >>>

‘Sounds and Gestures 3’ unites guests in celebratory fusion for 70th anniversary of Laos-Japan  diplomatic ties
Japan Foundation’s Vientiane Liaison Office, in collaboration with Fanglao Dance Company, presented “Sounds and Gestures 3”,..... More >>>
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Biography of Comrade General Khamtay Siphandone
Comrade General Khamtay Siphandone was born on February 8, 1924, in Huakhongphayai village, Khong district, Sithandone province (now Champassak province). He and his six siblings were members....More>>>

UN continue to mobilise aid in support for quake-struck Myanmar
UNITED NATIONS (Xinhua) -- The United Nations and its humanitarian partners continue to assess and mobilise aid to support people affected by the devastating earthquake in Myanmar.......More >>>

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How important is it to have good skills to enter job markets?
Having the right skills is more important than ever in today’s job market. Matching skills to market demand ensures young people are not only employed but empowered........ More >>>

Lao team in training for AFC Women’s Asian Cup
A strong contingent of Lao footballers is in training for the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026 Qualifiers, which are taking place from June 23-July 5.......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 >>>

The Chinese Ambassador to Laos, Ms Fang Hong, and her staff on Thursday lay a wreath in tribute to former President General Khamtay,...More>>>

 
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