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- PM: Accelerate Vientiane infrastructure projects, use local materials
Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone has tasked authorities in charge of key infrastructure projects in Vientiane to ensure they are completed on time with local materials prioritised for construction use. ......More>>>

- Laos, China ink pact on agriculture, forestry investment
The Department of Planning and Cooperation of Laos’ Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry and China’s Asia Tobacco Industry Group Co., Ltd. on Friday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) at the Landmark Mekong Riverside Hotel in Vientiane. .......More>>>

- Govt to mark three historic days in 2025, finalise NSEDP implementation
The government will celebrate anniversaries of national importance next year and is calling for cooperation from the public and private sectors to play a part in these events. .....More>>>

- Laos condoles the passing of Vietnam’s Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong
The Central Committee of the Lao People’s Revolutionary Party, state President, the National Assembly, government of Laos and the Lao Front for National Development have conveyed their heartfelt condolences on the demise of Comrade Nguyen Phu Trong, General Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Vietnam on July 19.. .....More>>>

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- NUOL intake set at 5,920 for upcoming academic year

The National University of Laos has announced that it will accept 5,920 new students in the 2024-25 academic year, with nearly 3,000 applicants registering to take the entrance exams in just one week.. ......More>>>

- Sign language course another step on the road to inclusive education
A significant step towards strengthening inclusive education in Laos is underway as teachers gather to learn advanced methods of teaching sign language to children with hearing and speech disabilities. ....​​..More>>>

- New city transport scheme now over 61 percent complete 
Construction of the Vientiane Sustainable Urban Transport Project was 61.38 percent complete as of June 30, a meeting of city authorities heard on Thursday. ........More>>>

- New Vangvieng landfill a boost for tourism and health
A landfill improvement scheme in Vangvieng district, Vientiane province, has been completed, marking a significant advancement in local tourism and health infrastructure. ........More>>>

- Laos, Thailand celebrate start of Vientiane-Bangkok train service
The Lao and Thai transport ministries are celebrating the start of a direct cross-border passenger train service between Vientiane and Bangkok.........More>>>

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Laos, EU seek to boost environment-friendly trade, investment
The value of trade between Laos and the European Union (EU) under the EBA (Everything but Arms) and Generalised System of ... More >>>

Vanida Inthavong got first runner-up Miss Lao Silk title
Vanida Inthavong was declared the first runner-up of the Miss Lao Silk 2024 contest held on Sunday night. Vanida Inthavong, 17, is 162 cm tall and hails from Hadxaifong .... More >>>

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Phu Bia Mining’s strategic approach to sustainable growth
Phu Bia Mining (PBM) is a familiar name in Laos, known for its operational excellence, environmental responsibility, ...More>>>

Xi urges all-out rescue, relief efforts after bridge collapses in Northwest China
(Global Times) -- Seven vehicles that fell into the river have been found with 12 fatalities confirmed after the partial collapse happened to a .....More >>>

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How important is the role of the Lao Women’s Union and what more can be done to give women a more prominent place in society?
The Lao Women’s Union aims to spur the advancement of women, safeguard the rights of its members and those of other women and children, ........More >>>

Lao sports body raises the bar for future development
The National Olympic Committee (NOC) of Laos on Friday hosted a meeting during which eight committees were set up to support and strengthen the work of the NOC. .....More >>>

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Lao tourism eyes bright future under new leadership
The Lao tourism environment looks set to get a boost under the leadership ...More >>>


 
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