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15 July 2025

- President meets young leaders from Laos, Vietnam and Cambodia
The President of Laos and Secretary General of the Lao People’s Revolutionary Party, Mr Thongloun Sisoulith, on July 14 met young leaders from Laos, Vietnam and Cambodia taking part in a training course in Vientiane. The course, held from July 8-15, brought together young people from the border provinces of the three countries under the Lao People’s Revolutionary Party’s initiative to deepen cooperation with the Communist Party of Vietnam and the Cambodian People’s Party.........More>>>

- Hin Nam No National Park listed as World Heritage Site
Hin Nam No National Park in the central province of Khammuan has been listed as a World Heritage Site, becoming Laos’ fourth place of inscription by UNESCO and the country’s first World Natural Heritage Site........More>>>

- Govt orders data integration to modernise public services 
The government plans to integrate the citizen database and identity card systems across all ministries and state organisations. The move, spearheaded by a Prime Ministerial Order, aims to usher in a new era of digital governance, improving state administration, service delivery, and national development planning......More>>>

- First Lao Solutions Sole Co., LTD expands in Vientiane, honours key customers at ‘Appreciation Night’
First Lao Solutions, a trusted IT system integration provider and a member of First Cambodia, recently hosted a vibrant customer appreciation night to recognise the continued......More>>>
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- Universities prepare student intake plans for upcoming academic year
Students are waiting for the announcement of available university seats, as the top five universities finalise their student intake proposals for submission to the Ministry of Education and Sports.
According to a university official, the final intake numbers will be announced once the ministry has completed its evaluation of the proposals.......More>>>

- Laos strengthens food safety measures to boost agricultural exports
As agricultural and food exports continue their steady rise, the government is intensifying efforts to ensure food safety and compliance with international standards. In partnership.........More>>>

 - Govt ends fines, demands prosecution for natural resource crimes
In a bold move to curb environmental destruction and protect the country’s natural heritage, the government has scrapped the use of fines for crimes involving natural resources........More>>>

- Laos moves forward with plans to counter climate change
United Nations agencies (UN) in Laos have reaffirmed their commitment to advancing Laos’ climate resilience by supporting integrated actions from early warning systems to..........More>>>

- Ministry urges swift progress on BRT, trial launch slated for August
The Ministry of Public Works and Transport has called for speedy completion of the Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) system, so that a three-month trial run of the route can start.....More>>>
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Bokeo int’l customs checkpoint targets full year revenue collection by late 2025
The customs checkpoint at the 4th Lao-Thai Friendship Bridge in Bokeo province (Huayxai-Chiang Khong) is intensifying its efforts to achieve its annual revenue target by the end of 2025......... More >>>

Ethnic festival to mark 75th anniversary of Lao National Front
The Lao Ethnic Garden in Vientiane will host a cultural festival from August 8-12 to mark the 75th anniversary of the founding of the Lao National Front, which was established on August 13, 1950........ More >>>
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Military personnel fill the gap caused by teacher shortage
The government’s deployment of military personnel to address the ongoing teacher shortage in remote areas is proving to be both timely and effective. One key benefit of this initiative is its flexibility. For instance, if a teacher in a rural school must take time off because of illness, maternity......More>>>

EU criticises ‘concerning’ US tariff plans
(China Daily) -- The United States’ threat to impose steep new tariffs on imports from the European Union and Mexico has sparked widespread concern, with leaders and experts warning the move risks deepening global trade tensions and hurting economic..... More >>>

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What are your thoughts on the Lao Women’s Union exhibition?
The Lao Women’s Union held an exhibition to mark its 70th anniversary, featuring a kaleidoscope of colourful textiles, tasty food, and intricate handicrafts. It was a powerful showcase of the economic... . More >>>

Lao jujitsu team wins medals at regional championship
The Lao jujitsu team won a silver and a bronze medal at the 2nd ASEAN Regional Championship, hosted by the Philippines from July 12-13. The silver medal was earned by Khamkeo Vilayphone in the........More >>>
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Foreign journalists enjoy insightful visit to Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region in China Journalists from 40 countries expressed enthusiasm and were impressed ...More >>>

The Lao Front for National Development on Sunday hosts a friendly golf tournament in Vientiane to mark the 75th anniversary of the ....More>>>

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