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Laos Advances Preparations for Third Review Conference of the Convention on Cluster Munitions
Vientiane: The events were organized by the Department of International Organizations under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, which serves as the Secretariat of the National Regulatory Authority for the UXO
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Vice President Commends Outgoing Republic of Korea Ambassador for Strengthening Bilateral Ties
Vientiane: During a farewell meeting, the Vice President praised Ambassador Jung for his significant contributions to bolstering the longstanding friendship and expanding cooperation between Laos and the Republic of Korea.
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Laos’ Inflation Eases to 7.4 Percent in June
Vientiane: Laos’ inflation rate decreased to 7.4 percent in June, as revealed by recent data from the ministry. The housing, water, electricity, and gas category experienced the highest year-on-year increase
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Deputy Head of Party Foreign Relations Committee Visits Mongolian People’s Party Leaders
Ulaanbaatar: Deputy Head of the Party Foreign Relations Committee made a courtesy call on the leaders of the Mongolian People’s Party during the 45th Standing
President Extends Condolences to Venezuela Following Devastating Earthquake
Vientiane: In his message, sent on June 26, President Thongloun said he was deeply saddened by the tragedy and expressed his heartfelt sympathy to the Government and people of Venezuela,
Laos Extends Condolences to Venezuela Following Devastating Earthquakes
Vientiane: In a message addressed to Venezuelan Foreign Minister Yván Gil Pinto, Mr. Thongsavanh expressed deep sorrow over the impact of the earthquakes, reported to have measured magnitudes 7.2 and
Four Nations Enhance Security Cooperation in Mekong River Region
Vientiane: The 166th Mekong River Joint Patrol Coordination Meeting convened in Huay Xai District, gathering military and law enforcement delegates from four nations. The meeting was attended by senior officials
Prime Minister Welcomes Cambodian Agriculture Minister to Strengthen Bilateral Ties
Vientiane: The Prime Minister welcomed Minister Dith Tina and his delegation, saying the visit reflects the close and longstanding ties between Laos and Cambodia. He noted that it would help
MoES and Australia Strengthen Commitment to Language and Inclusive Learning
Vientiane: Co-chaired by Ms. Manoly Dongvan, Deputy Director General of the Research Institute for Educational Sciences, and Mr. Michael Currie, First Secretary of the Australian Embassy in the Lao PDR,
Savannakhet Cracks Down on Illegal Gold Mining and Logging, Detains 21 Suspects
Savannakhet: The suspects include 11 Vietnamese nationals, seven Lao nationals and three Myanmar nationals. They were arrested during operations in Phin, Vilabouli, Sepon and Nong districts, where authorities have been
Labor Ministry Reviews Registration Drive for Undocumented Foreign Workers
Vientiane: The Department of Labour Management convened a two-day meeting on June 23-24 to assess a registration program aimed at undocumented foreign workers in Laos. Deputy Minister Phongxaysack Inthalath chaired
Middle East Crisis Intensifies Economic Risks for Laos, Economist Warns
Vientiane: Speaking at the seminar ‘Strengthening Economic Resilience amid Geoeconomic Challenges,’ jointly organized by the Australian Embassy in Laos and the Lao Academy of Social and Economic Sciences (LASES) in