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POLITICS
Laos, China Strengthen Law Enforcement and Security Cooperation
BUSINESS
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Lao PDR Gears Up to Host International Conference on Cluster Munitions
Vientiane: The Lao People’s Democratic Republic (Lao PDR) is fully prepared to assume the presidency and host the Third Review Conference of the Convention on Cluster Munitions (3RC-CCM), with preparations
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Pig Deaths Raise Concern Over Possible African Swine Fever in Vientiane
Vientiane: Authorities and residents have been urged to closely monitor pig populations following the deaths of an entire herd of domestic pigs in Phialat Village, Sangthong District, Vientiane. The incident
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Laos Aims to Attract 22 Million Tourists by 2030
Vientiane: Laos has seen a steady increase in international tourist arrivals since 2024. Statistics for 2025 showed that more than 3 million foreign tourists visited the country during the first
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Laos and Cambodia Unveil Logo to Celebrate 70 Years of Diplomatic Ties
Vientiane: The Lao PDR and the Kingdom of Cambodia on September 7, 2026, officially launched the logo commemorating the 70th anniversary of the establishment of
Champasak Welcomes More Than 678,000 Tourists in 2026
Vientiane: (KPL) A delegation from the Department of Culture and Tourism of Khammuane Province visited Champasak Province from September 3-5, 2026, to exchange experiences and lessons on culture and tourism
Champasak Welcomes More Than 678,000 Tourists in 2026
Vientiane: (KPL) A delegation from the Department of Culture and Tourism of Khammuane Province visited Champasak Province from September 3-5, 2026, to exchange experiences and lessons on culture and tourism
Luang Namtha Flooding Causes More Than 4.195 Trillion Kip in Damage
Vientiane: Severe flooding hit Luang Namtha Province from August 29 to 31, affecting all five districts and more than 24,800 people, according to a report by Luang Namtha Provincial News
Chinese PLA “Peace Train” Medical Team Arrives in Laos
Vientiane: The Chinese medical support team participating in the China-Laos “Peace Train-2026” joint humanitarian medical rescue exercise arrived in the Lao capital Vientiane on Sunday morning. The team will conduct
ALACE EXPO 2026 to Showcase Construction and Architectural Innovations
Vientiane: The Association of Lao Architects and Civil Engineers (ALACE) held a press conference on September 7, 2026, in Vientiane to announce the ALACE EXPO ’26, an exhibition showcasing construction
Food and Drug Department Warns Against Six Unregistered Cosmetic Brands
Vientiane: The Food and Drug Department of the Ministry of Health has warned business operators and the public against importing, storing, distributing, advertising, purchasing, or using six unregistered cosmetic brands.
New Market Access Opportunities for Lao Chili Farmers Unlocked at FAO-Supported Business Matching Event in Vientiane
Vientiane: Concrete trade and investment commitments for Lao PDR’s chili pepper sector were secured today at a business matching event co-chaired by the Lao Government and the Food and Agriculture
Laos, China Hold Joint Military Exercise on Humanitarian Assistance and Medical Services
Vientiane: Laos and China are conducting a joint military exercise, codenamed ‘Peace Train 2026,’ focusing on humanitarian assistance and medical services over a 16-day period.
(KPL): According to Lao News