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20 September 2024


New update - Lao table tennis players aiming high in world youth tournament 
Lao table tennis players are still hopeful of success during competitions taking place on Friday and will go all out to win their matches in the finals of the 2nd World Table Tennis Youth Contender event, which is being played out in Vientiane. .......More>>>

- ASEAN mayors agree on key steps for sustainable urban development
ASEAN capital leaders have reaffirmed their commitment to advancing sustainable urban development, the Mayor of Vientiane said at a press conference on Thursday following the close of regional meetings. .....More>>>

- Laos, ASEAN partners discuss challenges to water security
Representatives of Laos and its development partners have discussed ways to address critical challenges to water security across the Mekong and ASEAN regions. .......More>>>

- Lao food, drink producers set to export duty-free to UK
Lao food and drink producers, including chilli sauce and coffee manufacturers, are set to export tariff free to the United Kingdom, thanks to a generous trading preferences scheme provided by the UK government......More>>>

- China-Laos Railway handles more than 10 million tons of goods since opening
(Global Times) -- The China-Laos Railway handled more than 10 million tons of goods as of Monday worth 40.77 billion yuan (US$5.76 billion) since its opening on December 3, 2021, the Xinhua News Agency reported, citing local authorities.....More>>>

- Lao Telecom wins 9th ASEAN Entrepreneur Award 2024
The Lao Telecommunications Public Company has been honoured with the 9th ASEAN Entrepreneur Award 2024 at the 25th World Knowledge Forum held in Incheon, South Korea. ....More>>>

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- Disaster management committee amasses aid relief for flood victims

The central disaster management fund committee has said that all forms of aid, including that received from people in Laos and other countries, will be sent to flood-hit provinces for distribution to people in need. .......More>>>

- S. Korean marks success of development project in Attapeu
Efforts to improve the quality of life for people in Attapeu province has been strengthened through the “Integrated Programme for Climate Resilience and Empowerment in Attapeu province”, funded by the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA).....​​..More>>>

- PM gives advice on flood recovery
The Prime Minister has instructed the relevant government agencies to provide emergency relief to flood-hit provinces as soon as possible. Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone also advised the Prime Minister’s Office to issue a notice on ways to cope with the aftermath of storm Yagi and to mobilise officials to help stricken communities recover from flooding.....More>>>

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LNCCI, ILO hold consultations on inclusive business model for livestock firms 
The Lao National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LNCCI) and the International Labour Organisation (ILO) are jointly..... More >>>

China Cultural Centre ends tai chi training for Lao students
The China Cultural Centre in Vientiane has completed a tai chi training session organised for 16 students at the Liaoto Chinese School, which took place from September 14-19.
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Hong Kong commissioner: Huge room to grow ties with Laos
Hong Kong: As Laos plays a greater role in regional logistics, there is huge room for Hong Kong to grow ties and economic cooperation with the country, the city’s commissioner, Nicholas Ho, has said....More>>>

UN General Assembly votes to demand Israel end Palestinian occupation, Australia abstains
(ABC) -- The United Nations General Assembly has overwhelmingly voted in favour of a Palestinian resolution ,.....More >>>

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What should be done to foster a culture of peace?
A changing world demands a resilient response. The United Nations employs a diverse range of mechanisms and tools to prevent conflict, foster people-centred, peaceful resolutions .......More >>>

14 nations battle for table tennis victory in Laos
Young players from 14 countries are battling for medals at the 2nd World Table Tennis Youth Contender contest taking place in Vientiane.........More >>>

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Lao tourism eyes bright future under new leadership
The Lao tourism environment looks set to get a boost under the leadership ...More >>>


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