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15 July 2026

- First National Media Congress opens, charts development roadmap 
The first National Media Congress opened in Vientiane on Tuesday, outlining an ambitious five-year roadmap to modernise the media, accelerate digital transformation and strengthen the Party’s leadership over the press, with artificial intelligence, .....More>>>

- Technology ministry ramps up AI infrastructure
The government is accelerating the development of artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure, aiming to modernise the media, improve public services, and drive the country’s digital transformation........More>>>

- NA members call for urgent reform of education system
National Assembly members have asked the government to speed up reform of the education system by addressing the teacher shortage, increasing student enrolment, and improving educational infrastructure.e.......More>>>

- President calls for preservation of Luang Prabang’s heritage value
President Thongloun Sisoulith has urged Luang Prabang authorities to protect the city’s World Heritage status while pursuing green development and improving local people’s livelihoods. .......More>>>

- What lessons would a nation’s leader choose to leave for future generations?
Continued from the last issue
In Letters to My Grandchildren, President Thongloun Sisoulith opens a window into his life through a collection of heartfelt letters written during official journeys abroad between 2014 and 2019. .......More>>>
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- Viewpoint, waterfall open to the public in Vangvieng
Visitors to Vangvieng district in Vientiane province can now enjoy more scenic attractions with the pilot opening of the Mokdom viewpoint and Kae Yeuang waterfall to the general public.....More>>>

- Restaurant raid uncovers large stash of protected wildlife species
  Officials from the Lao Wildlife Enforcement Network (LAO-WEN) raided a restaurant in Chommany village, Xaysettha district, uncovering an illegal trade in protected wildlife species. .......More>>>

- Road upgrade to ease travel between Bolikhamxay and Xaysomboun
A 115-kilometre road linking Bolikhamxay and Xaysomboun provinces is being resurfaced with concrete to improve travel and spur development in the area........More>>>

- New bridge in Savannakhet provides river crossing for locals 
Construction of a reinforced concrete bridge spanning the Xe Champhon River in Songkhon district, Savannakhet province, has been completed five months ahead of schedule and was officially opened on July 12........More>>>

- Govt, partners move to expand early childhood development support
The government and its partners have taken a significant step to strengthen support for young children and their families by agreeing to integrate Luem Ton Di (“Good Starts”) into existing community outreach programmes across the country. ........More>>>

- The future of Asia and the Pacific depends on whether young people have reason to hope
Some countries are grappling with declining fertility rates and rapidly ageing populations. Others are seeking to harness the potential of large youth populations. Across the region, governments are asking how demographic shifts will affect economic growth, labour markets, healthcare systems and social protection. .....More>>>
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Govt targets 30 percent electric vehicle adoption by 2030 
The government plans to increase the use of electric vehicles (EVs) and hybrids to 30 percent over the next four years in order to ease the economic pressure ..........More>>>

China Cultural Centre hosts “Colour the Panda” cultural experience
The China Cultural Centre in Laos organised a cultural experience themed “Colour the Panda” alongside the closing ceremony for its Spring 2026 Chinese Language Course........More >>>
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Building a stronger future for Lao media in the digital age
In a world where information travels faster than the wind, truth is sometimes overshadowed by an overwhelming flow of facts and figures.
Artificial intelligence (AI), social media and digital platforms have transformed the way people receive and understand news. Alongside new opportunities, they have also brought challenges that media organisations around the world must confront.......More>>>

Vietnam, China strengthen exchanges between military academies
HANOI (VNA) -- Military academies and educational institutions of Vietnam and China should strengthen education on the tradition of good neighbourliness and friendship between the two countries, said General Nguyen Tan Cuong, Chief of the General Staff of the Vietnam People’s Army and Deputy Minister of National Defence.........More >>>
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Kuala Lumpur offers unmissable experiences during Visit Malaysia 2026
Travel between Vientiane and Malaysia is now easier than ever following the launch of direct flights between the Lao capital...More >>>

Ministers, deputy ministers and senior officials, along with former media leaders and media participants, attend the first day of the First National Media Congress in Vientiane on Tuesday. .....More>>>

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What changes should the media make to bolster public appeal?
As audiences increasingly turn to digital platforms for instant news and information, the media is under growing pressure to remain credible and accessible. While the industry suffers from a meagre budget, ageing equipment, shortage of skilled.... More >>>

Ministry celebrates 60th Lao National Sports Day
The Ministry of Education and Sports on Monday organised various activities in Vientiane to mark the 60th National Physical Sports Day on July 13, which was also the 117th anniversary of the birth of esteemed former President Souphanouvong.........More >>>

 
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