- Luang Prabang named among Asia’s top holiday destinations in 2025
Laos’ world heritage site of Luang Prabang has once again been recognised as one of Asia’s most popular holiday destinations, according to the Smart Travel Asia Best in Travel Poll 2025, reaffirming its reputation as a world-class tourism city that continues to charm travellers with its cultural authenticity and natural beauty............More>>>
- Laos joins North Korea in marking Party’s 80th anniversary
A high-level delegation from the Lao People’s Revolutionary Party shared in grand celebrations held in Pyongyang, Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK) from October 9-11 to mark the 80th anniversary of the founding of the Workers’ Party of Korea. The delegation was led by Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Public Security, General Vilay Lakhamfong, who is also a member of the Party’s Politburo. The visit was made at the invitation of the Central Committee of the Workers’ Party of Korea, on assignment from the General Secretary of the Lao People’s Revolutionary Party Central Committee Thongloun Sisoulith............More>>>
- Joint Development Bank Public opens trading of shares on Lao Securities Exchange
Joint Development Bank Public (JDB) on October 10 officially opened the trading of shares on the Lao Securities Exchange, offering a chance for Lao and foreign investors to benefit from the bank’s adaptation of its form and structure to respond to new environments and opportunities.
The launch ceremony for the first day of trading saw shares offered at 9,100 kip per share, also marking the 15th anniversary of the establishment of the Lao Securities Exchange........More>>>
- Thai Prime Minister to visit Laos to boost ties
Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul will make an official visit to Laos on October 16 at the invitation of Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone, the Lao Ministry of Foreign Affairs said in a statement......More>>>
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- Finance ministry strengthens management system
In a move to build a stronger, more transparent, and modern state asset management system, the Ministry of Finance is calling on businesses to modernise their accounting and state financial management systems.
The ministry said that aligning these systems with international standards is essential to ensuring transparency, efficiency, and accountability in the management of state finances.
A robust financial infrastructure will also play a crucial role in enhancing decision-making, monitoring public finances, and supporting national development goals.
As part of this effort, the Ministry of Finance, in collaboration with the Laos-China Cooperation Committee, held a meeting last week to discuss the modernisation of revenue collection, to prepare agenda for the ministry’s 4th Party Congress..........More>>>
- Lai Chau strengthens collaboration with Lao province
Lai Chau (VNA) -- A delegation of the northern mountainous province of Lai Chau on October 12 held talks with a delegation from Laos’ Oudomxay province led by Deputy Secretary of the provincial Party Committee and Governor Vongsavanh Saynhavong.......More>>>
- Drugs go up in flames on national day against drug abuse and trafficking
In a powerful show of commitment to the fight against narcotics, authorities in Laos on Friday set fire to drugs seized by police, to mark the 24th National Day against Drug Abuse and Trafficking.
The annual event, observed every October 12, underscores the government’s determination to eradicate drug abuse and trafficking nationwide.
The largest such event took place in Bokeo province, where officials set fire to more than 11 tonnes of narcotics that had been used as evidence in court cases after being confiscated by police. .........More>>>
- China-Laos Railway handles over 60 million passenger trips
(Xinhua) -- The China-Laos Railway has seen more than 60 million passenger trips since its launch, carrying 595,000 cross-border travelers from 115 countries and regions as of Wednesday, China Railway Kunming Group has said.
To meet growing demand, this railway service added a second pair of international trains between Kunming, capital of southwest China’s Yunnan province, and Vientiane in Laos this July, doubling the number of daily trains to four.....More>>>
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Grand opening of Pedro Laos in Vientiane
The highly anticipated grand opening of Pedro Laos was held in style at Parkson Mall in Vientiane, attracting a large crowd of shoppers, devoted fans and media......... More >>>
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Vietnam: Where history, culture and noodles come together
Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam, is a city where history, culture, and cuisine blend seamlessly, offering visitors a vibrant experience that reflects the country’s identity and diversity.
In late September, I found myself on a tiny stool in a Hanoi........More>>>
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