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22 April, 2024

- Lao New Year exuberantly celebrated countrywide
​Lao New Year was joyfully celebrated across the country last week with even more fanfare than usual because of this being Visit Laos Year, with Luang Prabang​ and Vientiane in particular staging a raft of colourful activities. ..More>>>

- Laos, Thailand, Australia celebrate anniversary of historic Mekong bridge

Representatives of Laos, Thailand and Australia gathered on Sunday to celebrate the construction of the First Lao-Thai Friendship Bridge, whose opening in April 1994 served to build enduring bonds of friendship between the three countries.....More>>>

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Laos-China​ Railway​ records 150,000 cross-border travellers in one year
Since the start of the Laos-China Railway cross-border service in April 2023, some 150,000 people of 87 nationalities and more than 8 million tons of freight have been transported across the border, providing a huge boost to the tourism industry and economic development alongside the railway.....More>>>

- PM to spearhead ASEAN Future Forum in Hanoi

In a significant move towards regional integration and cooperation, Laos’ Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone will lead a high-level delegation attending the ASEAN Future Forum, scheduled for April 23 in Hanoi, Vietnam.....More>>>

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- More cross-border trains added amid surge in Laos-China travel 
Two more international passenger trains have been added to the Laos-China Railway service, connecting Xishuangbanna in China and Luang Prabang, Laos’ popular world heritage town, in response to the growing interest in travel. ....More>>>

- 30 people killed in Lao New Year traffic crashes 
A total of 30 people died in road traffic accidents that took place across the country during the Lao New Year holiday, with 294 accidents recorded in total from April 11-16. ..More>>>

- Newest Lao-Thai bridge link across the Mekong now 80 percent completeConstruction a fifth “friendship bridge” between Laos and Thailand across the Mekong River is making good progress and when complete will provide a direct road link between the west of Borikhamxay province in Laos and Bueng Kan province in Thailand....More>>>

- Young farmers get lessons on yield-boosting crop growing methods
A group of 79 young people from crop growing areas in Vientiane recently learnt about the essential techniques needed to boost yields, ensure better crop quality, and maintain soil health. ..More>>>

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CABC, AACM forge strategic partnership to drive climate action in ASEAN regionThe Canada-ASEAN Business Council (CABC) and the ASEAN Alliance ... More >>>

Ms Phaimany enjoyed hosting Miss Universe during visit to Laos
The Miss Universe Laos 2023, Ms Phaimany Lathsabanthao, said she was happy.. More >>>

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Bitter Grounds: Climate Change brews trouble for Laos’ coffee heartbeat
In Laos, the Bolaven Plateau has a distinctive profile and is renowned for its invigorating climate and breathtaking waterfalls.  Beyond its natural splendor, it’s recognised.....More>>>

The weapon everyone has access to: Sydney’s horror week of stabbings puts spotlight on knife crime
(ABC) -- Four days, five unrelated stabbing attacks across Sydney. Seven people dead.
Six of those died ...More >>>

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What were your impressions of the Lao New Year celebrations?
People nationwide enjoyed celebrating Pi Mai Lao (Lao New Year) last week.....More >>>

Muay Lao contestants compete for glory in national championships
Lao contestants are muscling up in preparation for the third round. ...More >>>

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