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BRICS Women’s Business Alliance Considers New Office in Laos
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Khammouane Roundabout to Feature Unique Design Reflecting Local Heritage
Thakhek:Khammouane A new roundabout under construction along Route 13 South is set to become a landmark in Thakhek District, blending modern infrastructure with artistic elements that embody the cultural identity
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UK-Funded Therapeutic Food to Aid 3,500 Malnourished Children in Laos
Savannakhet:The UK Government and UNICEF have delivered 3,500 cartons of Ready-to-Use Therapeutic Food (RUTF) to the Ministry of Health of the Lao PDR in Savannakhet Province. This initiative is aimed
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US and WFP Allocate $900,000 for Flood Relief in Savannakhet
Savannakhet:The United States and the World Food Programme (WFP) have announced a cash assistance initiative totaling $900,000 to support families affected by severe flooding in Savannakhet, Laos. The aid targets
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25th Lao Handicraft Festival Opens, Celebrating Cultural Heritage and Tourism
Vientiane:The 25th Lao Handicraft Festival has commenced in Vientiane under the theme, ‘The Beauty of Lao Handicrafts A Paradise for Tourism – 25 Years of
Lao National Assembly President Visits Vietnam to Enhance Bilateral Ties
Hanoi:The President of the Lao National Assembly has commenced an official visit to Vietnam, following an invitation from Tran Thanh Man, the President of the Vietnamese National Assembly, and his
AI and Robotics Dazzle at Mekong-Lancang Film Festival in Vientiane Capital
Vientiane:Vientiane Capital The Mekong-Lancang film festival, held in Vientiane Capital, attracted around 200 attendees, including representatives from film and television organizations across six countries in the Mekong-Lancang region. The event
Infrastructure Developments Enhance Tourism in Khong District
Taiz:Khong District The Khong district has experienced a significant increase in tourism, welcoming 53,317 domestic tourists and 61,239 international visitors. Phaivanh Sorkhongshin, head of the Khong District Culture and Tourism
Upgraded Infrastructure Enhances Tourism and Economic Opportunities in Southern Laos
Champasak:Upgraded roads and improved tourism facilities in Southern Laos have led to a noticeable increase in visitor numbers, contributing to economic growth in the region. This development was reported during
Health Walk Celebrates National Handicrafts Day in Laos, Promoting Sector Development
Vientiane:A health walk was organized to celebrate National Handicrafts Day and mark 25 years of sector development in Laos. The event was attended by notable figures including Deputy Prime Minister
Laos Lists US$500 Million Sovereign Bond on Hong Kong Stock Exchange
Hong Kong:Laos has successfully issued a US$500 million sovereign bond on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange (HKEX). Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance Santiphab Phomvihane led a government delegation
Malaysia Marks 60 Years of Diplomatic Relations with Lao PDR Through Screening of ‘GAYONG’
Vientiane:Malaysia celebrated the 60th anniversary of its diplomatic relations with the Lao People’s Democratic Republic through a cultural event that featured the screening of the film ‘GAYONG’. The event was
Laos Moves Forward with National NCD Action Plan Consultation
Vientiane:The Lao government held a consultation meeting focusing on the draft committee for the National Non-Communicable Diseases (NCD) Action Plan 2026-2035. The meeting was led by Viengxay Vilavong, Deputy Director-General