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8 September 2025


- Lao, Cuban presidents agree to enhance ties
Party Secretary General and President Thongloun Sisoulith and the First Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Cuba and President Miguel Mario Díaz-Canel.....More>>>

- PM meets President Putin to strengthen ties, eyes BRICS membership
Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone paid a courtesy call on Russian President Vladimir Putin in Vladivostok on September 4 during the 10th Eastern Economic........More>>>

- Laos Gold Festival opens, marking new era in nation’s gold industry
The inaugural Laos Gold Festival officially opened on Friday at the National Convention Centre in Vientiane, heralding a new chapter for the Lao gold industry .....More>>>

- PM calls for stronger cooperation to promote peace, prosperity at Eastern Economic Forum
Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone has called for closer international cooperation to ensure peace, stability, and prosperity, while highlighting Laos’ efforts to enhance ties with Russia and the Asia-Pacific region amid global turbulence....More>>>

- LXML Honoured with Prestigious ASEAN-OSHNET Excellence Award
Lane Xang Minerals Limited Company (LXML) proudly announces that it is the only company from Laos to receive the ASEAN Occupational Safety and Health Network.........More>>>

- The more fences, the stronger; the more relatives, the better
The year 2025 marks the 30th anniversary of the re-establishment of diplomatic relations between the Lao People’s Democratic Republic and the Republic of Korea. .........More>>>


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- Thailand, Laos and China advance Nong Khai–Vientiane rail bridge

(The Nation/ANN) -- The Department of Rail Transport hosted a trilateral meeting between Thailand, Laos and China to advance the construction of the second Nong Khai–Vientiane Friendship Bridge, aimed at strengthening rail and economic connectivity across the region..........More>>>

- Laos strengthens media ties at Kunming meeting

Laos pledged stronger media cooperation with Asian partners at the annual meeting of the South and Southeast Asia Media Network held on September 5 in Kunming, China.......More>>>

- Turkish aid unlocks new opportunities for Lao women
Lao women will enjoy improved vocational training and economic empowerment following the provision of a renovated and equipped facility to the Lao Women’s Union by the Turkish Cooperation and Coordination Agency (TİKA).  .........More>>>

- Education ministry shines spotlight on literacy in the digital age
Education authorities are encouraging all departments concerned to formulate policies that promote literacy, taking the opportunity of International Literacy Day on September 8, which this year takes the theme “Promoting Literacy in the Digital Era”. ..........More>>>

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Lao Bullion Bank launches gold trading app
The Lao Bullion Bank Co., Ltd. (LBB) launched its groundbreaking mobile application “LBB PLUS”, under the slogan “Opening the door to stability”, on the sidelines of the Laos Gold Festival on Friday...... More >>>

Pentas Nusantara showcases Indonesian culture and flavors in Vientiane
Vientiane was treated to a vibrant evening of music, dance, and cuisine as the Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia hosted “Pentas Nusantara: A Wonderful Night of Indonesian Art and Culinary” on September 6......... More >>>

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Vietnamese ambassador highlights 80 years of independence and enduring Vietnam-Laos friendship
On the occasion of the 80th anniversary of the National Day of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam (2 September 1945-2 September 2025), Vietnamese Ambassador to Laos .......More>>>

China, DPRK reaffirm friendship, vow closer ties as top leaders hold talks
BEIJING (Xinhua) -- The top leaders of China and the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK) on Thursday reaffirmed the long-standing friendship between the two neighboring countries, pledging further.......... More >>>

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Should locals be allowed free entry to Laos’ landmark attractions?
Every visitor, whether local or foreign, contributes to the wear and tear of a museum, temple, waterfall, historic site or other attraction. The upkeep of these sites is costly, but should Lao nationals have to pay to visit places that are an integral part .... . More >>>

Runners promote tourism in Vientiane province during event
Runners from across the country and international participants, including some from neighboring countries, will have participate in the friendly running event for the Governor’s Cup of Vientiane province on September 7. ......More >>>

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23 Km Farm, an organic escape with tasty food
Just a short drive from Vientiane, 23 Km Farm is more than a destination, it’s an experience. Nestled in a lush, spacious and green area, an organic farm invites visitors ...More >>>


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