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- Former govt leaders offer solutions to Laos’ economic woes 
The government is seeking advice from former prime ministers, deputy prime ministers and high-ranking officials on ways to tackle Laos’ ongoing economic problems, especially the spiralling. . .......More>>>

- Central bank reveals draft legislation on foreign currency

The government is taking steps to regulate the use of foreign currencies and encourage wider use of the kip, with the aim of lowering inflation and strengthening the value of the kip.......More>>>

- Provinces count the cost of flood damage

Many areas of Laos have suffered flooding after rainy season precipitation reached its peak in July and August, with extensive damage caused to houses, infrastructure, and farms, according to the. ...More>>>

- Laos, S.E. Asian nations eye Schengen-style single tourist visa
Laos and five other Southeast Asian countries plan to introduce a Schengen-style single tourist visa to spur the development of tourism in the region.. ......More>>>

- Irrigation Department cooperates with Korean companies to improve irrigation in Vientiane
The Irrigation Department under the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry is working with Korean companies to construct a water resource management project and to supply water . ......More>>>

- Deputy PM visits Thanaleng Dry Port, Vientiane Logistics Park 
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Defence, General Chansamone Chanyalath, on Saturday visited the Vientiane Logistics Park and Thanaleng Dry Port, Laos’ integrated logistics centre in . ......More>>>

- Global Vision gives boost to student management in Kasy district
A teachers’ capacity building workshop took place from August 19-21, organised by Global Vision, a Non-Governmental Organisation of the Republic of Korea, as part. ......More>>>

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- US foundations commit over US$800,000 to MAG’s UXO clearance in Khammuan

The Mines Advisory Group (MAG) has been awarded more than US$800,000 in funding from the Freeman Foundation and Michael Ambler’s foundation, Restoration Laos, to continue .....More>>>

- Laos gets lessons in agricultural export marketing 
Agricultural producers and processors are looking to gain a foothold in more overseas markets and are learning about effective ways to export their products. .....​​..More>>>

- Govt, private sector team up to prepare next NSEDP
Government planners and members of the Lao Chamber of Commerce and Industry have held talks on the best course of action to be followed under the next National Socio-Economic Development Plan (NSEDP) .....More>>>

- Deputy PM calls for fostering ASEAN Indo-Pacific outlook to accelerate SDGs
Deputy Prime Minister Saleumxay Kommasith has advised representatives of East Asia Summit (EAS) participating countries and other external partners to work with ASEAN ........More>>>

- UNFPA, Crowne Plaza join forces in youth empowerment scheme
The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), Crowne Plaza and Holiday Inn and Suites Vientiane have renewed their cooperation through a groundbreaking agreement to enhance the empowerment and capacity-building of adolescents and young people across Laos. .....More>>>

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Made in Laos 2024 to encourage people to use more local products
The Made in Laos 2024 will encourage Lao people to use more locally manufactured products and help to add value to export goods.... More >>>

Japanese filmmaker shares insights with National Institute of Fine Arts
The Japan Foundation Vientiane Liaison Office teamed up with the National Institute of Fine Arts last week to organise a talk on animation and ....... More >>>

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ASEAN-China youth event sparks conversations on industrial and cultural connectivity
The China International Communications Group (CICG) is working to promote,...More>>>

Top Biden official meets President Xi in China visit to manage ties ahead of US election
BEIJING (China Daily/ANN) -- Both the United States and China have signalled that they are looking for stability, as the US nears a period of ...More >>>

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What do you think about the car parking situation in Vientiane?
A fee is levied for parking almost everywhere in Vientiane, but some people have complained that the services provided are inadequate ......More >>>

Lao fighters suffer disappointment at Asian karate-do champs
Two Lao contestants were knocked out in the early stages of the Asian Cadet, Junior and Under 21 Karate Championship, which took place.. ........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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