- Govt charts vision to 2045, reviews draft decrees
The government has pledged to strengthen national management and long-term development through the draft Vision 2045 and new decrees on land, currency, and border governance.
The government’s monthly meeting for October, held on November 3 under the chairmanship of Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone, focused on strategic discussions and essential legislative drafts to guide the country’s socio-economic direction. A key topic of discussion was the draft Vision to 2045, which sets the overall direction for Laos’ future growth. The long-term plan outlines goals for sustainable development, economic modernisation, stronger human resources, digital transformation, and improved livelihoods.........More>>>
- Laos, China inaugurate international feed testing centre to drive sustainable agriculture
Laos and China have inaugurated the International Joint Research Centre for Feed Testing Technology and Application in Vientiane, marking a new milestone in bilateral cooperation on agricultural science and technology. The Director General of the Department of Livestock and Fisheries, Lao Ministry of Agriculture and Environment, Mr Bouahong Khamha, and Professor Liu Xian from China Agricultural University jointly unveiled the plaque for the research centre recently.........More>>>
- LXML receives top government award for outstanding fiscal contribution
Lane Xang Minerals Limited Company (LXML) has been honoured with a 1st Category Certificate of Appreciation in recognition of its outstanding performance in fulfilling tax and duty obligations to the Lao government over the past five years (2020–2024).
The award ceremony was held at the National Convention Centre in Vientiane, and the certificate was presented by the Minister of Finance, Mr Santiphab Phomvihane, to the Managing Director of LXML, Mr Saman Aneka, who accepted it on behalf of the company......More>>>
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- Feasibility study launched for expressway construction in Luang Namtha
A feasibility study on a proposed expressway linking the Boten International Checkpoint, on the border with China, to Nateuy in Luang Namtha province has kicked off, with the aim of linking inland regions with international markets, and transforming Laos from a landlocked to a land-linked economy.
A Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on the feasibility study for the expressway was signed in the northern province last week. ......More>>>
- Weather bureau issues flood warning as new storm approaches
Central and southern areas could experience flooding this week as Storm Kalmaegi is expected to pass over the country from November 7-9, bringing more heavy rain, the Meteorology and Hydrology Department has warned.........More>>>
- PM calls for breakthrough spirit to build self-reliant economy
Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone has called on finance officials to adopt a breakthrough spirit in strengthening macroeconomic stability and financial management on the path to creating an independent and self-reliant economy.:.....More>>>
- Govt, global civic sharing join forces to activate agricultural development strategy
Agricultural development in Laos is facing with various challenges due to climate change, labour shortage, and high competition. ......More>>>
- Laos scales up conservation through OECM recognition in southern provinces
The government has taken a significant step forward in advancing inclusive, community-driven conservation through a provincial-level workshop on Other Effective Area-based Conservation Measures (OECMs) in the country’s southern region. ......More>>>
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Gen Z is rewriting Laos’s future, one word at a time
Every evening in Xayabouly, when the paddy fields fade into mist and the air turns cool, a few classrooms begin to glow with light. Inside, teenagers sit shoulder to shoulder, repeating English words in unison, sometimes hesitantly, sometimes with laughter. ..........More>>>
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