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7 August 2026

- Party leader hails outcome of Lao-Vietnamese army talks
Secretary General of the Lao People’s Revolutionary Party Central Committee and President of Laos, Mr Thongloun Sisoulith, on Thursday received a courtesy call from Chairman of the General Department of Politics of the Vietnam People’s Army General Nguyen Trong Nghia, and praised the fruitful outcomes of the general’s talks with his Lao counterpart.......More>>>

- Laos launches US$17.59 million project to strengthen pandemic preparedness
The Lao government, in partnership with development partners, has launched a US$17.59 million project to strengthen the country’s ability to prevent, detect and respond to future pandemics...........More>>>

- Vientiane province targets stronger growth to build self-reliant economy
Vientiane province authorities are accelerating efforts to build a self-sufficient economy by improving tax revenue collection, strengthening production and promoting the development of key sectors, aiming to achieve economic growth of 5.8 percent by the end of 2026........More>>>

- Laos advances best-practice standards to align development and conservation at Nakai–Nam Theun National Park
The Lao government has reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring that investment and infrastructure development in and around Nakai–Nam Theun National Park proceeds in line with national law and international good practice.........More>>>


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- Laos highlights AI education, skills development at China-ASEAN meeting
The Lao delegation attending the China-ASEAN Education Ministerial Dialogue has highlighted Laos’ plans to teach university students about the use of artificial intelligence (AI), while also stressing the importance of improving vocational education to develop a workforce capable of meeting the demands of the Industry 4.0 era..........More>>>

- New crop monitoring facility set to increase agricultural exports
The Ministry of Agriculture and Environment has opened a Plant Inspection and Quarantine Laboratory, strengthening Laos’ agricultural export system and its capacity to meet international food safety and phytosanitary standards........More>>>

- Heavy rain, flooding washes out roads in Khammuan 
Persistent heavy rainfall has caused extensive damage to roads in Khounkham district in Khammuan province, leaving several key transport routes impassable and raising concerns over public safety and the movement of goods and services....More>>>

- Youth propose low-cost digital innovations to boost farming in Laos
Young innovators from Laos, Japan and the Republic of Korea have proposed a range of affordable digital solutions to help modernise agriculture in Laos, including voice-based farming advisory services, digital marketing platforms and electronic record-keeping systems designed for rural communities with limited internet access.......More>>>

- Flood warning issued as rivers rise
The Department of Meteorology and Hydrology has warned people living along the Namxan River in Borikhamxay province, the Nam Xaybangfay River in Khammuan province, and the Namtha River in Luang Namtha province to be on their guard for possible flooding as these rivers are rising fast.........More>>>

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LJI strengthens bilateral cooperation to boost business network
The Laos-Japan Human Resource Development Institute (LJI) at the National University of Laos (NUOL) continues to drive sustainable growth through human resource development and stronger networking............More>>>

What lessons would a nation’s leader choose to leave for future generations?
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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Foreign media experience wonderful encounter with the charm of Baoshan
A group of 19 media personnel from Laos, Vietnam, Myanmar and Bangladesh last week enjoyed a six-day visit to Baoshan City in Yunnan province, China......More>>>

Beijing named UNESCO-UIA world capital of architecture 2029 for its rich heritage and sustainable vision
(Global Times/BRNN) -- Beijing has been designated as the UNESCO-UIA (International Union of Architects) World Capital of Architecture 2029, UNESCO .........More >>>

 
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Vangvieng: Preserving paradise while building a world-class tourism destination  
As the morning mist slowly lifts from the limestone mountains, Nam Xong river glistens under the golden sunlight, reflecting one of Laos’ most breathtaking landscapes......More >>>

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What needs to be improved to welcome Chinese tourists in 2027?
As Laos prepares for Laos-China Tourism Year 2027, expectations are high that the campaign will bring more visitors to Laos. But success should not be measured in numbers alone. .... More >>>

Junior karate aficionados to compete at Thai championship
Lao male and female karate enthusiasts in the U-10 to U-21 age groups will compete at the 6th Thailand Open Karate Championship in Bangkok, Thailand, from August 14-16..........More>>>

 

 


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