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Laos Moves to Cut Student Dropouts and Improve Teaching Quality
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Acting National Assembly President Delivers Aid to Flood Victims in Khammouane
Khammouane: Acting President of the National Assembly Sounthone Xayachack visited flood-affected communities in Xebangfai and Nongbok districts, Khammouane Province, on August 22, 2026, delivering relief supplies and encouragement to affected
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Nam Pakxong Hydropower Company Delays Water Release to Late August
Pakxe: The Nam Pakxong Hydropower Company has postponed the planned release of water through the Nam Pak Dam spillway tunnel from August 23 to August 28, 2026, according to a
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Head of Party Central Committee’s Information and Education Commission Directs Flood Relief in Nan District
Nan district: Mr. Khamphan Pheuyavong, Head of the Commission for Information and Education of the Party Central Committee, visited Nan District, Luang Prabang Province, on August 23, 2026, to assess
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PM Delivers Relief Aid to Flood-Affected Residents in Champasak
Pakse: Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone visited flood-affected areas in Khan Keung Subdistrict, Pakse City, Champasak Province, on August 22, 2026, where he met residents and
PM Urges Swift Recovery from Floods and Landslides in Kaleum District
Kaleum: Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone visited Kaleum District, Sekong Province, on August 22, 2026, to assess damage caused by floods, flash floods and landslides and provide assistance to affected communities.
Khammouane Health Sector Works to Close Two Unmet Targets
Kaleum: (KPL) Khammouane’s health sector has achieved nine of 11 targets approved by the Provincial People’s Assembly, while two indicators remain below target, according to the Provincial Health Department.
Where Culture Comes Alive: Immersive Exhibition Invites Visitors to Experience Lao Heritage
Vientiane: An immersive exhibition in Vientiane is inviting visitors to delve into the rich cultural tapestry of Lao heritage, guided by the message ‘Experience, Connect, Preserve’. This message underscores the
Japan Increases Grant Aid for Wattay International Airport Upgrade
Vientiane: Japan has committed to providing additional grant aid to support the ongoing upgrade of Wattay International Airport in Laos. The formalization of this increased funding took place on August
Japan Increases Grant Aid for Wattay International Airport Upgrade
Vientiane: Japan has committed to providing additional grant aid to support the ongoing upgrade of Wattay International Airport in Laos. The formalization of this increased funding took place on August
PM Urges Paktha to Enhance Security, Poverty Reduction, and Development
Hanoi: Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone met with leaders and key officials of Paktha District, Bokeo Province, on August 20, 2026, calling for stronger efforts to maintain security, reduce poverty, and
Laos, Vietnam Deepen Cooperation in Cooperatives and Agricultural Trade
Hanoi: Laos and Vietnam held a bilateral meeting in Vientiane on August 19, 2026, to strengthen cooperation in cooperative development, agricultural trade and market connectivity.
According to Lao News Agency,
China-Laos Railway Cargo Transport Reaches Over 90 Million Tonnes
Hanoi: The Laos-China Railway has successfully handled over 90 million tonnes of cargo since its commencement, with cross-border cargo exceeding 21 million tonnes, as reported by China Railway Kunming Group