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28 July 2025
- Laos, Cambodia agree to step up cooperation

Laos and Cambodia have agreed to deepen cooperation in key areas spanning trade, security, education, energy and transport under their Comprehensive and Long-Lasting Strategic Partnership.
The agreement was reached during an official visit to Cambodia by a Lao delegation from July 24-26, led by Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mr Thongsavanh Phomvihane. The delegation was welcomed by Cambodia’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Mr Prak Sokhonn.......More>>>

- Japan provides US$2.85m in scholarship awards for govt officials
The Japanese government has granted JPY420 million (US$2.85 million) for the Project for Human Resource Development Scholarship (JDS) to Laos. Under the grant, 21 scholarships will be awarded to qualified Lao government officials to pursue master’s and PhD degree courses at leading universities in Japan.............More>>>

- JDB hosts executive business forum, gathering Laos’ top and successful business leaders
The Joint Development Bank (JDB) Public hosted a special seminar in Vientiane on July 18 featuring leading and successful business leaders from various sectors in Laos.........More>>>

- Laos, China unveil new training centre to promote industry–education integration
Laos and China have taken a significant step forward in vocational education cooperation with the launch of the China-Laos New Energy Vehicle (NEV) Testing and Training Centre .....More>>>

- ‘Smart Customs’ introduced to facilitate cross-border trade at Thanaleng Dry Port
Thanaleng Dry Port (TDP) - Laos’ leading integrated logistics centre - on Thursday signed a strategic partnership agreement with iQury Tech Co., Ltd. in Vientiane to introduce a cutting-edge ‘Smart Customs’ system to modernise customs clearance services at the dry port to boost cross-border trade. ......More>>>
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- Lao Red Cross hails success of national first aid programme
The Lao Red Cross has trained more than 1,400 teachers and students in essential lifesaving skills during the latest phase of its national first aid drive, which ends next month.........More>>>

- MAG’s Visitor Information Centre reopens in Vientiane
The MAG (Mines Advisory Group) marked the reopening of its Visitor Information Centre in Vientiane on Friday (July 25) by inviting the public to explore the story........More>>>

 - Temporary parking ban on key Vientiane roads for BRT project
The Department of Public Works and Transport of Vientiane has announced a temporary parking ban on both sides of sections of Setthathirath and Nongbon Roads from July 24.....More>>>

- Laos, Cuba reaffirm commitment to deepen ties
The governments of Laos and Cuba have reaffirmed their determination to further strengthen their longstanding friendship, agreeing to deepen cooperation in foreign affairs.........More>>>

- Laos launches trial scheme to convert used cooking oil to biodiesel
Laos has begun testing used cooking oil to produce biodiesel as part of the push to adopt innovative energy technologies and sustainable business models..........More>>>

- Newly trained tour guides set to cater to visitor influx
More than 90 people have successfully completed a comprehensive tour guide training course in Vientiane, aimed at strengthening Laos’ tourism workforce in response.........More>>>
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Laos, Switzerland partner in skills testing and certification scheme
A major milestone in workforce development was marked last week as the Lao National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LNCCI), in partnership with the Skills Development Institute (SDI), launched a.... More >>>

Top 3 in Close Door Interview of Miss Grand Laos revealed
The organisers of Miss Grand Laos 2025 have announced the names of the Top Three contestants in the Close Door Interview and the Top Three in The Runway Showdown.
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Lao Women’s Union celebrates 70 years of progress, unity and empowerment
A cross the country, from the hills of Huaphan to the streets of Vientiane, celebrations are underway to honour the women of Laos and their seven-decade journey of strength, perseverance and achievement......More>>>

EU regulator green lights an injectable HIV drug that could help stop transmission
LONDON (AP) -- The European Medicines Agency has recommended authorising a twice-yearly injectable drug aimed at preventing HIV, which scientists say could........ More >>>

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Tad Nokkok waterfall in Vientiane gaining in popularity
The rainy season brings waterfalls alive in normally dry areas, especially in Vientiane, where local residents flocks  ...More >>>

Minister of Public Works and Transport Mr Leklay Sivilay (fourth from left) on Saturday leads a group of officials to inspect damage to Road 13 North between Kasy district in Vientiane.....More>>>

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Should large trucks be allowed to drive through Vientiane in peak hours?
Mr Bounphan Chanthavong, a resident of Sikhottabong district: I think it’s good that the authorities have taken steps to ease congestion. The ruling, if enforced..... . More >>>

VPC triumph in Lao Futsal League 
VPC Futsal Club were crowned champions of the Lao Futsal League 2025 on Saturday after defeating KMT Futsal Club 3-1 in a dramatic final played at the Lao Football Federation stadium........More >>>
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