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1 December 2024


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- Laos marks 49th Anniversary with diplomatic corps, international organisations
Laos, ahead of Lao National Day, marked its 49th anniversary with a high-level gathering in Vientiane on Friday, attended by senior government officials and the diplomatic corps.  ........More>>>

- Laos calls for global effort to advance ASEAN statistics
The government has called on development partners and international organisations to support statistical advancements in ASEAN by introducing modern methods to ensure that official statistics provide reliable and timely data, with a focus on tracking progress towards the Sustainable Development Goals. ........More>>>

- Ministry drives improvements in tourism standards
The Ministry of Information, Culture and Tourism is working to improve tourism infrastructure and service standards to make Laos a more attractive destination........More>>>

- KOICA Laos IBS Startup competition bolsters youth business ideas
Solutek System Inc., in partnership with the Lao Youth Union and supported by the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA), on Wednesday held the Inclusive Business Solution (IBS2) Startup Lao Entrepreneurship Competition 2024.........More>>>

- Laos, China agree on shared product standards
The Lao National Chamber of Commerce and Industry has signed agreement with the China National Research Institute of Food and Fermentation Industries on trade promotion between Laos and China.......More>>>

- Good neighbors Laos support school playground construction project
Good Neighbors Laos held a ceremony for its playground on November 25 in Meun district, Vientiane province. The playground was built at Namhorn primary school in Meun district, with the support of Rotary 3630 District 1 through GN Laos and Meun district government cooperation. ......More>>>

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This year, the Lao National Day (December 2), will be on Monday. Therefore, the government has issued an official announcement stating that will be a public holiday. Accordingly, the Vientiane Times offices it will be closed on Monday. The next issue of Vientiane Times will be published on December 3.

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- CHAI funding to accelerate malaria elimination in Laos

The Clinton Health Access Initiative (CHAI) is committed to working with its Lao counterpart to eliminate malaria in the country by 2030 and will continue its longstanding support to Laos’ health sector.......More>>>

- Dentists share advances in oral and dental health

The Ministry of Health must encourage Lao dentists to learn from their counterparts in more advanced countries, a leading member of the profession has said.......More>>>

- Government and UNICEF unite to support children with disabilities in Xieng Khuang

The Lao government, in partnership with UNICEF and the Australian government, handed over assistive devices to children with disabilities in Xieng Khuang province on Monday. .....More>>>

- Luang Prabang sees tourism boom, earning over US$1 billion

Over 1.9 million domestic and foreign visitors visited Luang Prabang province in the first 11 months of this year, an increase of more than one million tourists compared to the same period last year.......More>>>

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LNCCI strengthens connectivity, local industries to address economic challenges
The Lao National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LNCCI) is working with the Association for Overseas Technical Cooperation and Sustainable Partnerships ...... More >>>

JFF theatre platform extended until February 2025
The Japan Foundation has recently expanded its JFF Theater platform by adding eight new Japanese films, available for free streaming until February 1, 2025. .... More >>>

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From the mountains to the Mekong: coffee that connects lives of hill tribesAmid the serene ambiance of the Mekong River in Luang Prabang lies a small cafe that stands out not just for its scenic views and aromatic coffee but also for the powerful story it carries. ......More>>>

CSTO Summit: What’s on the table?
(Sputnik) -- Participants of the CSTO Summit 2024 in Kazakhstan are expected to exchange opinions on the military-political situation in the regions of collective security, and discuss the results of cooperation within CSTO framework........More >>>

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What are your thoughts on media coverage of “green” issues?
Members of the Lao Journalists’ Association and CARE Laos, supported by the European Union, recently took part in the Green Action through Media, Mass ... More >>>

209 billion kip needed to fund 2025 National Games
Organisers of the 12th National Games taking place in Vientiane next year are eyeing the sum of 209 billion kip to prepare for and cover the cost of the event.......More >>>

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Simple form of transport adds colour to island experience
Vientiane Times is publishing a series of articles to mark Visit Laos Year 2024
Attaching a simple motorbike to the body of a large tuk-tuk creates a handy . ...More >>>


 
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