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17 January 2025

New update - Saysettha Security Services, AETOS Training Academy enhance Lao security solutions
The security sector in Laos will be strengthened through a partnership between Saysettha Security Services Sole Co., Ltd., a distinguished provider of security services in Laos, and AETOS Training Academy Pte. Ltd., a leading institution in integrated training solutions from Singapore.......More>>>


- Xekong wind farm set to transmit power to Vietnam next quarter
The 600MW Monsoon Wind Power Project, under construction in Xekong and Attapeu provinces, is expected to be connected to the Vietnamese electricity grid next month to facilitate power export planned for the second quarter of this year. ......More>>>

- Chinese envoy praises Laos-China Railway during visit ahead of New Year
China’s Ambassador to Laos has praised the Laos-China Railway’s significant contributions to enhancing connectivity and fostering economic relations between the two countries and beyond. .....More>>>

- Lao tourism sector gets boost from tripartite cooperation agreement
A partnership formalised by Laos and China through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on January 15 is being seen as a significant step towards advancing the country’s tourism industry. .....More>>>

- Nam Theun 2 set to contribute US$2 billion to Laos
Nam Theun 2, one of Laos’ most significant hydropower projects in Laos, is expected to generate approximately US$2 billion to the government of Laos over the 25-year concession period. This substantial contribution underscores its role in poverty reduction and national development.........More>>>

- Republic of Korea collaborates with Laos to strengthen public health emergency response preparedness
The Strengthening Health Emergencies Preparedness and Enhancing Response to Disease Outbreak (SHEPERD) Project, supported by the Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency (KDCA) and executed by Hanyang University College of Medicine, has been aiding public health advancements in Laos in collaboration with the Ministry of Health (MOH) since 2022........More>>>

- First coffee processing station becomes hub in Viengkham, Luang Prabang
The establishment of the first coffee processing station in Mokvat village, Viengkham district, Luang Prabang province, is set to bring significant improvements to the .......More>>>

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- Laos showcases tourism products at TRAVEX trade fair

Laos is one of 10 ASEAN countries showcasing tourism products at the ASEAN Travel Exchange (TRAVEX) taking place in Johor, Malaysia, from January 15-20. .......More>>>

- More cold weather on the way, forecasters warn

Temperatures across the country are expected to fall by two to three degrees from January 16-19 and everyone is advised to prepare for very cold weather. ....More>>>

- Laos, China share in celebration of lunar new year

People from Laos and China on Wednesday shared in joyful activities to mark Chinese New Year 2025 (the Chinese lunar new year) in Vientiane, under the theme “.......More>>>

- Japanese volunteer physiotherapist bids farewell at end of assignment in Laos
A physiotherapist from Japan serving as a JICA Japan Overseas Cooperation Volunteer in Vientiane has bid a fond farewell to her counterparts following the completion of her one-year assignment. ......More>>>

- Vientiane province police step up war on drugs
Vientiane province authorities have processed 1,318 drug-related crimes and seized more than 8 million amphetamine pills during the three-year implementation of the National Agenda to tackle the drug trade. ......More>>>

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Xekong raised over 1.5 billion kip as development capital in 2024
Xekong province aims to achieve economic growth of 6.2 percent or higher in 2025, with a GDP target of 3,376 billion ..... More >>>

China Cultural Centre exhibition highlights life around the Laos-China railway
The China Cultural Centre in Vientiane has opened an exhibition of paintings by artists from Yunnan province depicting scenes from..... More >>>

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Top news items of 2024
Laos encountered both challenges and opportunities throughout 2024, but the most outstanding events were the country’s successful chairing of ASEAN, the 45th ASEAN Inter-Parliamentary Assembly, ......More>>>

Indonesia planning minimum age limit for social media users, minister says
JAKARTA (The Jakarta post/Ann) -- The government plans to issue a regulation to set a minimum age for users of social media, a move aimed at protecting children in digital space, its communications minister has said. ,......More >>>

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How can we create tourist attractions without harming the environment?
As tourism continues to grow, developing attractive and sustainable visitor attractions has become a pressing challenge. A balance between promoting tourism and  .... More >>>

Lao Youth Union Cup kicks off
The Lao Youth Union Cup kicked off on Wednesday, with 23 football teams representing ministries and other state entities facing off in the tournament........More >>>

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Simple form of transport adds colour to island experience
Vientiane Times is publishing a series of articles to mark Visit Laos Year 2024. ...More >>>


 
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