- Laos, China partner in study of AI use in healthcare
A feasibility study on the demonstration and implementation of a National Health Artificial Intelligence (AI) Platform is to be conducted following the signing of an agreement between the Ministry of Technology and Communications and three Chinese partner companies.
A Memorandum of Understanding on the initiative was signed in Vientiane on February 13. ........More>>>
- Value of agricultural exports spikes
The value of agricultural produce shipped across the Lao-Thai Friendship Bridge in Vientiane in January for export to other countries surged to US$9,741,689. A report issued by the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment on February 16 stated that 32,444 tonnes of agricultural produce was transported across the border, mostly comprising cassava, cassava starch (tapioca), rubber and bananas.
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- Agriculture ministry launches ADB-funded project to boost livestock trade
The Ministry of Agriculture and Environment has taken a major step towards safeguarding the livestock industry and strengthening cross-border trade with the launch of a US$42.9 million project backed by the Asian Development Bank (ADB).......More>>>
- Govt, UNFPA review partnership, outline priorities for women and youth empowerment
The government and the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) held their annual review meeting on Tuesday, unveiling significant progress in the final four years of implementation of the 7th Country Programme for 2022-2026, which is designed to empower women and young people.
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- EDL signs pact with private firm to establish cyber security operations centre
The Electricite du Laos (EDL) has signed an agreement with OLV Innovation Co Ltd (OLV) to implement a Cyber Security Operations Centre (CSOC) and Cyber Threat Countermeasure Project, marking a significant step in strengthening cybersecurity for the country's critical power infrastructure........More>>>
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- Govt, partners mull ways to strengthen trade and private sector ties
Government officials and overseas development partners are working to bolster cooperation aimed at advancing trade, industrial development, and private sector growth in Laos..........More>>>
- Govt road safety campaign aims to cut road deaths by half
The government’s National Highway Safety Strategy (2021-2030) is continuing to pursue an ambitious goal to reduce serious injuries and fatalities caused by road accidents by 50 percent by the year 2030.........More>>>
- Public security ministry resolves 6,415 cases, detains 9,844 suspects in 2025
The Ministry of Public Security reported significant progress in crime suppression in 2025, resolving 6,415 cases and detaining 9,844 suspects across the country...........More>>>
- Embankments being constructed in Xayabouly to prevent erosion
Embankments are being constructed at three points along the Namheuang river in Kaenthao district of Xayabouly province to prevent soil erosion. On February 15, the Minister of Finance, Mr Santiphab Phomvihane, the Secretary of Xayabouly’s Provincial Party Committee, Mr Phengnilan .......More>>>
- Khammuan police officers arrest thieves
Police personnel from the Khammuan provincial police headquarters have arrested 12 men who allegedly stole electric cables. On February 5, police officers took 12 of the arrested persons to the scene of the crime to show how they allegedly cut and stole the cables, according to Khammuan Security News......More>>> |
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Agri group backs home-grown chick production
A new partnership aims to boost Laos’ chick production, reduce imports, and help stabilise the price of chicken meat by strengthening the supply chain from farms to markets.
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Your vote, your voice: February 22 set to be a momentous Election Day
In villages along the Mekong River, in busy towns, and in remote mountainous districts, preparations are underway for an important national event. The date is drawing closer, and on February 22, Lao citizens across the country will share in a democratic process that will shape the future of the nation...........More>>>
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