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7 January 2026


- 12th National Party Congress opens, outlines development roadmap
The 12th National Congress of the Lao People’s Revolutionary Party officially opened on Tuesday, outlining the direction of development to achieve macro targets and advance Laos on the road to socialism..........More>>>

- Govt sets targets for growth and sustainability under 10th NSEDP
The government aims to achieve annual economic growth of at least 6 percent, GDP per capita of US$3,104, inflation of less than 5 percent, public debt of less than 70 percent of GDP, and 70 percent nationwide forest cover by 2030. .........More>>>

- Business Cooperation between EDL and Best Telecom boosts Laos as ASEAN digital hub
Electricité du Laos and Best Telecom Company Limited have signed a cooperation agreement aiming to modernise and expand the Optical Fibre Ground Wire (OPGW) network along the national power transmission system. .....More>>>

- New Year’s ‘five dangerous days’ claim 23 lives across Laos
  At least 23 people were killed and hundreds more injured in road accidents nationwide during the “five dangerous days” of the 2026 New Year period, according to figures released by the Traffic Police Department..........More>>>


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- ASEAN nations call for improved work injury compensation, safety standards
Laos has made progress in protecting the rights and benefits of Lao workers and most have access to a basic social security scheme that includes health insurance and other social welfare benefits, which have been equitably, effectively, and sustainably administered over the past year.  ........More>>>

- Cold spell to persist until January 11, plateau areas coldest
Low temperatures will prevail across the whole of Laos until January 11, accompanied by isolated showers and wind gusts, with temperatures lowest in the northern provinces, Xaysomboun province, and plateau areas, according to the Meteorology and Hydrology Department..............More>>>

- Sam Sang implementation in Xekong
Implementing the Three Builds (Sam Sang) directive has helped in the development of Xekong province and the local people now have better living standards............More>>>

- Kabongyay festival to showcase Brou culture in Savannakhet 
The colourful Kabongyay (Giant Fire Lighter, wrapped in banana leaves) festival will take place in Savannakhet province on January 19-20, highlighting the rich culture of the Brou ethnic group, with particular emphasis on their cuisine and daily lifestyle........More>>>

- Plans unveiled for developments at Champasak waterfall
Tad Yeuang waterfall, one of southern Laos’ most popular attractions, is preparing to welcome visitors with a new face in 2026, as community-based tourism, agro-tourism, and hands-on experiences take centre stage.......More>>>

- - Eleven major policies to revive democracy, advance towards socialismThe Party’s political programme introduces 11 major policies to fulfil its goals to rejuvenate the people’s democratic regime and advance towards socialism..........More>>>

- National Party Congress officially opens
The 12th Congress of the Lao People's Revolutionary Party officially opened this morning in Vientiane, the political, economic and social centre of the country.........More>>>

 
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EDL-T makes significant progress in Laos’ power development
Electricité du Laos Transmission Co., Ltd. (EDL-T) continues to play a pivotal role in shaping Laos’ long-term sustainable power development strategy....... More >>>

Huasi Thao crowned Miss Hmong Laos 2026
Huasi Thao has been crowned Miss Hmong Laos 2026 , marking a proud and memorable moment at the Miss Hmong Laos 2026 pageant.
Huasi Thao stood out among many talented participants for her grace, intelligence, confidence, and strong representation of......... More >>>

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Party leaders pay tribute to revolutionary heroes
All Lao people across the country warmly welcome the 12th National Party Congress of the Lao People’s Revolutionary Party.
As the Lao People’s Revolutionary Party (LPRP) prepares to open its 12th National Party Congress on January 6, Party leaders on Monday morning paid solemn tribute to the nation’s revolutionary heroes........More>>>

Close ROK ties highlighted
(China Daily/ANN) -- President Xi Jinping has underlined the need for Beijing and Seoul to stand firm on the right side of history and make correct strategic choices amid the transformation and turbulence of the international landscape......... .More >>>

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Attracting investment to Laos beyond tax incentives
For years, Laos has actively encouraged both domestic and foreign investment to strengthen its economy. Leveraging its central position along key North–South and East–West corridors in mainland Southeast Asia, the country has sought to attract ...... More >>>

Luang Prabang to face Xekong in quarters of Lao PM’s Cup
Luang Prabang EDL Football Club are set to take on Xekong Police on home ground in the quarter-finals of the Prime Minister’s Cup, when the four matches will be played simultaneously in separate locations at 3pm on January 10..  ........More >>>

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Exploring Guangxi’s must-sees: where songs, silk and villages tell their stories
From mountain chants echoing across valleys to silk threads travelling from rural workshops to global fashion houses,  ...More >>>


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