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10 November 2026


New update - Vientiane food festival launches Lao dining and rewards app
The Yoosay Foodie Fest 2026 opened at Kokkok Mega Mall on November 9, marking the official launch of Yoosay - Discovery and Rewards, a mobile app designed........More>>>

New update - M moneyX, Green SM partner to bring electric taxi booking to digital wallet app
M moneyX, one of Laos' leading digital wallet service providers, has signed an agreement with GSM Green and Smart Mobility JSC to integrate electric taxi-booking services.......More>>>

- Japan backs road and bridge repair with 955 million yen in aid
The Government of Japan has provided vehicles and road maintenance machinery worth a total of over 955 million yen (more than 136.6 billion kip) to finance......More>>>

- AIDS support group provides US$2.6m to strengthen health services in Laos
The AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) has committed more than US$2.6 million to support the implementation of Phase III of a project to improve the prevention.........More>>>

- Govt charts long-term reforms to spur economic self-reliance
The government is moving to strengthen Laos’ financial foundations and economic self-reliance through a long-term strategy focused on increased domestically-generateds...........More>>>

- National steering committee formed to harness demographic dividend
The government has set up a national steering committee to guide the implementation of plans to turn the country’s large working-age population into a driving force..........More>>>

- Laos, Australia reaffirm commitment to stronger ties
Senior Lao leaders and Australia’s ambassador reaffirmed their support for continued cooperation in education, media, health, human resource development and trade during three high-level farewell meetings..........More>>>


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- Japanese volunteers complete assignments in Laos

Two Japanese volunteers have completed two-and-a-half-year assignments in Laos, contributing to the development of judo and water quality management, according to the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA).........More>>>

- SCG awards 126 scholarships to Lao students

The SCG has awarded 126 scholarships to Lao students this year, continuing its education support programme in the country for the 15th consecutive year and bringing the total number of scholarships provided to 2,601..........More>>>

- One dead, five houses gutted in Luang Namtha blaze
A devastating fire recently destroyed five houses and damaged a sixth, as well as a grocery store, in Aisaeng village, Long district, Luang Namtha province, leaving one person dead and dozens of others  homeless or otherwise affected.......More>>>

- Germany pledges continued support as Laos transitions from LDC status
Germany has pledged to remain a reliable development partner for Laos after the country graduates from Least Developed Country this month. German Ambassador to Laos Mr Hans-Ulrich Südbeck gave the assurance during a reception to mark Germany’s National Day in Vientiane last Thursday, highlighting the two countries’ long-standing friendship and cooperation.........More>>>

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Laos, Tatarstan explore investment opportunities in five key sectors
Laos and the Republic of Tatarstan of the Russian Federation are exploring opportunities to expand business cooperation in the five key sectors of machinery, petrochemicals, agriculture, logistics and industrial development. .....More>>>

Hmong New Year celebration set to entertain visitors at Lao Ethnic Garden
A three-day celebration of the Hmong New Year will take place at the Lao Ethnic Garden in Vientiane next month, featuring cultural shows, traditional games and a beauty pageant.
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Better roads, river access herald brighter future for island communities
The journey from the Nakasang riverside to Don Det and Don Khone islands in southern Laos is becoming easier, but for the people who call these Mekong River islands home, the changes mean much more than a smoother ride.........More>>>

Death toll from Egypt’s train collision rises to 7, with 112 injured
CAIRO (Xinhua) -- The death toll from Sunday’s collision between two trains in Egypt’s Giza governorate has risen to seven, with 112 others injured, Egypt’s Ministry of Health and Population said.....More >>>

 
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Where the train meets the night: a different side of Hanoi
People stood along the narrow railway, phones and cameras ready, their eyes fixed along the narrow railway track. Café......More >>>

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Why is education so important for young people and the country as a whole?
Education plays a vital role in shaping young people’s futures, equipping them with knowledge, practical skills and values that help them become responsible members of society. A good education can open doors ..... More >>>

FIFA president inspires Lao squad at FIFA U-15 World Cup
The Lao Football Federation (LFF) has expressed its deep gratitude and sincere thanks to FIFA President Gianni Infantino for visiting the Lao U-15 team during the FIFA U-15 World Cup and Festival 2026........More>>>

 


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