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- US provides vehicles, equipment for UXO Lao
The United States government has donated new vehicles and equipment to UXO Lao worth US$3,132,640 (over 68 billion kip) in a significant contribution.........More>>>

- Vientiane province celebrates new tourism facilities at Nam Ngum Reservoir
A three-year infrastructure improvement project funded by the Asian Development Bank (ADB) of visitor facilities at Nam Ngum Reservoir 1 in Keo-oudom district,........More>>>

- ASEAN transport ministers give boost to regional air connectivity
ASEAN transport ministers have approved and signed the 5th Commitment on Own Stopover Rights under a Multilateral Agreement.......More>>>

- Discover the all-new BYD Shark 6: the future of hybrid pick-ups
The highly anticipated BYD Shark 6, a revolutionary plug-in hybrid pick-up truck, made its grand debut on Saturday at the Vientiane Motor Sales Expo 2024.......More>>>

- Lao Airlines marks 35 years of aviation excellence
The Lao national flag carrier, Lao Airlines State Enterprise, on Friday celebrated its 35th anniversary on its journey to aviation supremacy......More>>>

- Industrial empowerment, win-win cooperation: Delegation from Suizhou Vocational & Technical College visits Laos for collaborative exchange
A delegation from Suizhou Vocational & Technical College arrived in the Lao capital of Vientiane on November 26 for a significant three-day exchange visit aimed.....More>>>

- "ICT/MAKER FAIR 2024: A Celebration of Innovation, Creativity, and the Future of Technology"
Faculty of Engineering and K-LAB Vientiane hosted the ICT/MAKER FAIR 2024 at the Vientiane Center on 29 - 30 November 2024 ......More>>>

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- Regional tourism ministers plan linked travel packages

The 6th Ayeyawady-Chao Phraya-Mekong Economic Cooperation Strategy (ACMECS) Tourism Ministers’ Meeting, held recently in Yangon, Myanmar, made important decisions concerning tourism development among the five member countries of Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, Thailand and Vietnam........More>>>

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ASEAN members mull future of vocational education and training
ASEAN members are discussing the future of vocational education at the ASEAN Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Conference taking place in Vientiane from November 28-29.........More>>>

- Bokeo enjoying robust economic growth, former president hears

Bokeo province is experiencing strong socio-economic growth with the government funding more than 100 development schemes in 2024, creating jobs and boosting incomes for local people......More>>>

- France, WFP launch scheme to address food insecurity in Xekong

The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) and the Embassy of France in Laos are launching a collaborative project aimed at improving community nutrition, while incentivising women’s farmer groups to supply fresh, locally produced food to schools in Thataeng district, Xekong province. ....More>>>

- Study highlights links between climate change and gender-based violence

CARE International in Laos, WWF-Laos, and the Gender Development Association have launched a landmark report titled “Climate change and gender-based violence in Laos: Report from the pilot study in Phongsaly and Xayabouly provinces.”  The report was held in last week in Vientiane.
This study examines the complex relationship between climate change and gender-based violence and offers critical insights to shape sustainable development policies and programming.......More>>>

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SIA proposes to improve Nam Papa Nakhonluang’s administration system
The State Inspection Authority (SIA) has sent a proposal to the government to improve the administration system of the Vientiane Water Supply State...... 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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Laos celebrates transformation after 49 years of development
This article marks the 49th anniversary of the establishment of the Lao People’s Democratic Republic (December 2, 1975-December 2, 2024) ......More>>>

China-Russia east-route natural gas pipeline fully operational with key equipment made domestically
(Global Times) -- China’s largest single-pipe natural gas transmission project, the China-Russia east-route natural gas pipeline,......More >>>

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Making Development Inclusive for Persons with Disabilities in Laos: Key pointers from the 9 NSEDP
As the Lao government in collaboration with the development partners is working on the draft 10th National Socio-Economic Development Plan (NSEDP)... More >>>

More than 4,000 runners expected at Vientiane International Marathon
Organisers expect that more than 4,000 runners from Laos and at least 40 other countries will compete in the 4th Vientiane International Marathon and other races scheduled for December 18. .......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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