New update - Cluster Munitions Review Conference opens in Vientiane
Laos is hosting the Third Review Conference of the Convention on Cluster Munitions in Vientiane, bringing together delegations from more than 120 countries........More>>>
-Steering committee advances rural development, poverty reduction agendaPreparations to implement the National Agenda on Rural Development and Poverty Reduction nationwide are nearing completion, with the central-level steering committee endorsing key documents and calling for detailed implementation plans from ministries and local authorities.
The National Assembly approved...........More>>>
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Laos, Hong Kong deepen finance, battery storage development
Laos and Hong Kong are deepening cooperation in finance and clean energy, with a new feasibility study on battery energy storage among three agreements signed at a business forum held in Hong Kong on Friday........More>>>
- Laos to host ASEAN women entrepreneurs forum
Laos will take the helm of the ASEAN Women Entrepreneurs Network (AWEN) for the 2026-2027 term and host a regional forum and awards ceremony in Vientiane next month, with a focus on strengthening opportunities for women-led businesses across ASEAN......More>>>
- LBC promotes sustainable rice farming techniques
Lao Brewery Co., Ltd. (LBC) has stepped up its support for sustainable agriculture by holding the annual farmer group meeting under its Sustainable Rice.........More>>>
-Plans progress for provision of fortified
rice to combat malnutrition
The government is moving forward with plans to produce and distribute micronutrient-fortified rice as part of efforts to tackle malnutrition, with government officials, development partners and private-sector representatives meeting on Friday to review and endorse a pilot project..........More>>>
- Flood-affected women get help with personal hygiene
Women and girls in Khammuan, Luang Namtha and Bolikhamxay provinces have been given 1,400 dignity kits to help with personal hygiene during difficult conditions caused by flooding........More>>>
- 142 Chinese suspects handed over to Chinese police for investigation
Lao authorities have handed over 142 Chinese suspects, including five women, to Chinese police for further investigation following their detention in a crackdown on alleged immigration and other offences in Laos.......More>>>
-Savannakhet study sheds light on hidden costs of climate chang The University of Health Sciences has partnered with the Asia Pacific Resource and Research Centre for Women (ARROW) to promote gender equality in climate change adaptation in Savannakhet province.........More>>>
Tripartite talks shape responsible business conduct guidelines
The Lao National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LNCCI) is engaging in talks to compile national guidelines for responsible business conduct, involving government, workers’ and employers’ representatives, ..........More>>>
