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31 March 2026


- PM issues call for action at first cabinet meeting
Addressing the inaugural meeting of the government’s 10th-term cabinet on Monday, the Prime Minister urged members to deliver tangible results as the new government faces mounting economic and fuel pressures. The inaugural meeting, held at the Prime Minister’s Office, was chaired by Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone, with Deputy Prime Ministers and cabinet members in attendance..........More>>>

- MoU signed to boost climate resilience, support vulnerable communities in Luang Prabang
A new initiative aimed at strengthening climate resilience and improving livelihoods for vulnerable communities in northern Laos is expected to be launched following the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in Luang Prabang on March 27. ..........More>>>

- “Taste of Australia” showcases growing Laos-Australia trade ties
Australian goods are taking centre stage at the “Taste of Australia 2026” event in Vientiane which kicked off last week, highlighting premium quality Australian products and strengthening Australia-Laos trade ties. The Australian Embassy to Laos and Kokkok Mega Mart in Phonsinuan village are hosting the event, which opened on March 26 and runs for two weeks.........More>>>

- Ministry urges shift to buses, electric vehicles amid fuel crisis
The Ministry of Public Works and Transport has urged people across the country to reduce their consumption of fuel as Laos comes under growing pressure from bottlenecks in global supply.
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- Solar seminar drives clean energy growth
On 27 March 2026, VS Engineering Sole Co., Ltd., in collaboration with Thavysub Energy Engineering and Consulting Company Limited who developed solar farm more than 50MW in the Lao PDR, a local Lao enterprise, and AIKO, a globally recognised manufacturer of solar panels, successfully organized a technical seminar on innovation and solar energy development in the Lao PDR. ....More>>>


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- Action Education opens up job opportunities for youth and women
A project run by Action Education to boost entrepreneurship and employment opportunities for women and young people in Oudomxay and Khammuan provinces has successfully concluded, marking the final phase with a meeting last week to summarise its work. Action Education is an association for development through education. For 40 years........More>>>

- Lao, Thai army personnel share in Mekong patrol
Lao and Thai military personnel took part in a joint Mekong River patrol on March 27 to tackle drug trafficking and boost security along the Bolikhamxay-Bueng Kan border. The patrol was another step in efforts by both countries to strengthen cooperation in addressing cross-border crime along the Mekong River...........More>>>

- Tad Yeuang waterfall operator partners with art school to link artistry, tourism
In a move to blend natural beauty with local artistic talent, a Memorandum of Cooperation was signed last week to add an extra dimension to the visitor experience at Tad Yeuang waterfall in Champasak province.......More>>>

- Upgraded road in Champasak paves way for poverty alleviation
Champasak authorities have invested more than 4 billion kip in the upgrade of Road No. 8171, improving travel between Naxeuk and Phonvixay villages by replacing the gravel surface with asphalt or concrete.........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 >>>

Rapper-singer MONII sparks buzz ahead of debut
A new name in entertainment in Laos is already making waves across social media – without even showing her face...... More >>>

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Freak hailstorm batters Vientiane, leaving thousands strugging in under an hour
Dark clouds gathered over Vientiane last Sunday afternoon and an eerie stillness settled over the city, including Sikhottabong and Naxaithong districts. Then the wind began to blow and people knew a squall........More>>>

Vietnam seeks priority passage for vessels through Strait of Hormuz
HANOI (VNA/VNS/ANN) -- The Vietnam Maritime and Inland Waterways Administration (VIMAWA) has urged the Ministry of Construction to request the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) to work....,.....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 >>>

Laos to meet Nepal today in AFC Cup 2027 qualifiers
Laos will face Nepal in another much-anticipated qualifying match in the AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027, with the game to be played on Tuesday March 31 at 7pm at the National Stadium in Vientiane.........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 >>>


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