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30 March 2026


- Assembly sets new development path, backs key reforms
The National Assembly ended the first sitting of its new term on Friday after endorsing new state leaders, the government’s five-year development plan, legal reforms, and the construction of a major railway.........More>>>

- Lao - Korean fusion food contest strengthens cultural, culinary ties
The second Lao–Korean Fusion Cooking Competition concluded at the Vientiane Centre on 25 March, showcasing a vibrant blend of flavours and technical expertise that celebrated the growing cultural interaction between the two nations. Organised by the Korea Trade-Investment Promotion Agency (KOTRA) Vientiane in partnership with the Lao Chef Academy, the event aimed to raise awareness of Korean agri-food products among Lao consumers and build sustainable demand for innovative culinary exports..........More>>>

- President, PM visit Sikhottabong to provide support to storm victims
Secretary General of the Lao People’s Revolutionary Party and President of Laos, Thongloun Sisoulith, on Friday toured neighbourhoods in Sikhottabong district to assess the extent of the damage caused by a freak hailstorm last Sunday........More>>>

- Laos launches precious metals refinery, processing 150 tonnes of gold annually for trade on global market
The Laos-International Precious Metals Refinery (LIPMER) has become officially operational, marking a milestone in the country’s ambition to enter the global precious metals market........More>>>

- Amari Vientiane unveils “The Solar Refractors Gallery”
A vivid tribute to the Mekong River and local heritage.
Amari Vientiane, in partnership with the British Business Group Lao PDR (BBGL), announces the opening of “The Solar Refractors Gallery” on March 26, 2026 in Amari Vientiane hotel. The exhibition serves as an artistic tribute to the Mekong River and the Lao way of life.....More>>>
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- Student learning outcomes improve under World Bank-funded project
Education authorities in Laos and a team from the World Bank met in Vientiane last week to review progress under the Lao Global Partnership for Education.......More>>>

- ADB provides US$326 million to fund 9 agricultural projects
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) is providing US$326 million in financing to support nine projects under the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment, to boost..........More>>>

- Laos, Luxembourg advance improvement of statistics systems
Efforts to strengthen Laos’ national statistical system and align it with global standards marked a significant milestone last week, as government officials and international.......More>>>

- ADB pledges support for Laos’ development goals as 60-year partnership celebrated
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) will continue to support Laos’ development priorities, including the 10th National Socio-Economic Development Plan for 2026-2030r........More>>>

- Laos celebrates International Francophonie Day
A ceremony took place in Luang Prabang province on Friday to celebrate International Francophonie Day on March 20........More>>>

- Laos joins other ASEAN nations in methane emission reduction project
Laos’ first steps under the ASEAN-Korea Cooperation Project for Methane Mitigation--a regional initiative to reduce methane gas emissions and tackle climate........More>>>
 
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Work-based learning to bridge skills gap in Laos
Stakeholders from the government, business and education sectors have sought the stronger implementation of work-based learning (WBL) to address shortages of...... More >>>

Clozer returns to the spotlight with new song “Crush Me”
Lao boy band Clozer is gearing up for a strong comeback with their latest single “Crush Me”, a track that is already creating a buzz among fans for its intense energy and..... More >>>
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The Patuxay monument: Laos’ victory arch  
The Patuxay monument, often called the “Victory Gate”, stands at the end of Lane Xang Avenue, its broad arches and symmetrical mass inviting comparison with Paris’s Arc de Triomphe. When I stood in the heart of Vientiane, underneath the ........More>>>

Oil shock impacts Asia’s plastics industry
(China Daily/ANN) -- Soaring oil prices are beginning to ripple through Asia-Pacific’s food processing industry, underscoring how supply disruptions can cascade through industries far beyond the energy sector...,.....More >>>

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How do cultural programmes in China benefit Lao students?
Student exchanges between Laos and China are providing young people with valuable opportunities to learn beyond the classroom. We asked Lao students who recently took part in an exchange programme in..... More >>>

Champasak, Salavan secondary schools triumph in Education and Sports Cup
A secondary school girls’ team from Champasak province and a boys’ team from Salavan on Friday celebrated their first wins in the Copa Coca Cola Laos Minister of Education and Sports Cup. ........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 >>>

President Thongloun Sisoulith (right) and his officials give 3 billion kip and consumer goods to the Secretary of the Vientiane Party Committee, Dr Athsaphangthong Siphandone....More>>>

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