- Laos, Thailand open fifth Friendship Bridge, strengthening cross-border connectivity
Laos and Thailand on Thursday officially opened the 5th Lao-Thai Friendship Bridge across the Mekong river, marking a major milestone in bilateral cooperation and boosting regional connectivity, trade, and investment.......More>>>
- Lao Airlines launches direct flight between Vientiane and Zhanjiang
Lao Airlines has inaugurated a direct flight between Vientiane and Zhanjiang in China, creating another important link between Laos and southern China.
The inaugural flight, QV863, serviced by an Airbus A320, touched down at Zhanjiang Wuchuan International Airport on Tuesday evening. The aircraft was greeted with a traditional water salute, celebrating the airport’s first international service since its relocation in 2022......More>>>
- CPC delegation visits Laos to bolster Party ties
A delegation from the Communist Party of China (CPC) is visiting Laos from December 23-26 to strengthen Party-to-Party ties and practical cooperation with Laos......More>>>
- NTPC, 41 suppliers commit to Ethics and Compliance Charter in Laos
Nam Theun 2 Power Company (NTPC) recently organised events for the signing of an Ethics and Compliance Charter with 41 supplier companies, reinforcing a shared commitment to integrity and responsible business practices......More>>>
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- Secure borders to boost Lao-Thai cooperation in 2026
Laos and Thailand are fast-tracking a new security roadmap to ensure the stability and sustainability of their shared border ahead of a bilateral summit in 2026.
Military officials from both nations met in Vientiane province from December 19-22 for the 30th Joint Secretariat Meeting of the General Border Peacekeeping Cooperation Committee (GBC)........More>>>
- Luang Namtha welcomes 1.3 million visitors in 2025
Luang Namtha province recorded strong tourism growth this year, welcoming nearly 1.3 million visitors and generating more than US$40 million in tourism-related income, underscoring the province’s rising profile as a key eco-tourism and cultural destination in northern Laos.
According to the Deputy Head of the provincial Culture and Tourism Department, Mr Somsavath Namintha, nearly 1.3 million tourists visited or passed through the province in 2025, representing an increase of 2.86 percent compared to 2024. ........More>>>
- China-Laos 500kV Power Interconnection Project 80 percent complete
The China-Laos 500kV Power Interconnection Project is now 80 percent complete and is progressing steadily towards its expected completion in April 2026 after construction began in February this year.......More>>>
- Farmers help out with school meals in Xekong
Farmers in Thateng district, Xekong province, are using their smallholdings to provide fresh food for school lunches, giving a boost to both children’s nutrition and rural livelihoods.
Under the Farmer Linkages Project for Promoting and Strengthening Local Production to Supply School Meals, supported by the World Food Programme, farmers in Thateng district are being supported to grow vegetables and provide eggs and other produce specifically for primary schools.
The initiative links schools directly with local farmers, ensuring children receive fresh, nutritious meals while farmers earn some extra income and improve their farming skills.........More>>>
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The Cassette Brand officially launches
Singer and model Jacky Phimmachak has announced the launch of his new band, The Cassette Brand, marking an exciting addition to the contemporary Lao music scene......... More >>>
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Are New Year gift baskets a health hazard?
As the New Year approaches, the Ministry of Health is tightening the screws on gift baskets and street food stalls. They are cracking down on the sale of out-of-date goods, products that don’t have a label in Lao language, and unregistered items. ...... More >>>
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