- President calls for unity, reform as Laos pays tribute to Kaysone PhomvihanePresident Thongloun Sisoulith has called on the nation to strengthen unity, uphold revolutionary principles, and accelerate reform as Laos marks the 105th anniversary of the birth of the revolutionary hero President Kaysone Phomvihane on December 13.......More>>>
- Japan pledges 140 billion kip for natural disaster recovery
The lives of communities struggling with transport disruptions along vital arteries like Route 8 are set to improve following the provision of a Japanese grant worth over ¥1 billion (about 140.16 billion kip)...........More>>>
- Inflation falling after state revenue boost, govt says
The government has come close to meeting its revenue target for 2025 while keeping inflation below 5 percent in November, signalling steady fiscal management despite regional and global uncertainties......More>>>
- Laos calls for restraint, peaceful solution in Cambodian-Thai border tensions
The Spokesperson for the Lao Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a statement on December 11, calling on Cambodia and Thailand to exercise restraint and seek a peaceful resolution to their ongoing border tensions.......More>>>
- OR Seeding the Future ASEAN Camp 2025: Empowering Youth to Shape the Future
International collaboration is a crucial gateway to knowledge exchange, innovation, and regional development. Recognising this, PTT Oil and Retail Business Public Company Limited (OR) — whose regional portfolio includes PTTLAO,”.....More>>>
- Two decades of partnership: how Luang Prabang Province and the French Region “Centre-Val de Loire” are improving rural water access with the support of Confluence association
To commemorate the 20th anniversary of cooperation between Luang Prabang Province and France’s Centre-Val de Loire Region, .....More>>>
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- Laos-Japan partnership strengthens long-term forestry vision
Laos and Japan have reaffirmed their strong cooperation in the forestry sector as both nations push forward with ambitious plans to achieve sustainable forest management, expand forest cover, and accelerate REDD+ implementation in line with the Government of Laos’ Forestry Strategy to 2035 and Vision to 2050.....More>>>
- Assurances General Laosand BCEL One bring insurance to your fingertips
Assurances General Laos and Banque pour le Commerce Exterieur Lao Public launched a new online insurance service on Thursday to make buying insurance easier, faster and more convenient for people across Laos.....More>>>
- Laos, Russia reaffirm commitment to strengthening security ties
Laos and Russia will continue to implement the cooperation plan agreed to between their two governments, with a particular focus on strengthening security and military links..........More>>>
- Moody’s upgrades Laos’ sovereign rating to Caa2 on improved market access
Moody’s Ratings has upgraded Laos’ local and foreign currency issuer ratings to Caa2 from Caa3, while maintaining a stable outlook, according to a report published by www.investing.com on December 3......More>>>
- Health ministry steps up HIV/AIDS response as youth cases rise
Laos recorded 1,617 new HIV cases between January and September 2025, raising the total number of people living with HIV (PLHIV) in the country to 21,363, according to an official Ministry of Health report.......More>>>
- Farmer training scheme aims to boost vegetable yields
An ADB-funded project is working with 2,400 farmers to test new climate-resilient vegetable varieties and integrated pest management methods, in a bid to improve the nationwide supply of food.......More>>>
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The importance of a 1000 Kip bank note
Of the several kip notes I used during my visit to Laos, the 1,000 kip bank note fascinated me the most. I had come across a travel guide from 2008 which had mentioned the cost of a liter of bottled water was 1,000 kip. .....More>>>
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How can we put a stop to online gender-based abuse?
The rapid switch to online technology, while promising endless opportunities, has also opened up channels for personal abuse. As confirmed by the recent launch of the National Campaign to Combat Online Sexual and.... More >>>
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