- President, Japan PM pledge stronger links as two nations mark 70-year ties
Visiting President Thongloun Sisoulith and Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba have agreed to deepen ties as Laos and Japan this year celebrate 70 years of diplomatic relations and 60 years of Japanese volunteer missions to Laos...More>>>
- Economic indicators show signs of recovery amid global uncertainty
The Lao government has observed encouraging signs of economic recovery, despite ongoing domestic economic difficulties and global turbulances.
Inflation dropped to 8.3 percent in May, marking the first single-digit rate since May 2022. This reflects a steady decline over 11 consecutive months since June last year, easing the price hikes that had affected the country for years........More>>>
- Laos rallies for greener future with nationwide tree-planting drive
In a powerful display of unity and commitment to the environment, state agencies and the private sector across Laos launched a tree-planting campaign this week, reaffirming the nation’s ambitious goal of restoring forest cover to 70 percent.
The movement, rich with symbolism and hope, swept across provinces and communities, turning this year’s National Arbor Day that falls on June 1 into a celebration of sustainability, growth and collective responsibility. .......More>>>
- PM calls for stronger protection of children’s rights
Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone has urged state agencies, communities, families and development partners to strengthen efforts to protect and promote the rights of children across Laos.
He made the call on the occasion of International Children’s Day on June 1, which is observed annually to promote children’s wellbeing and highlight the need for a safe, inclusive and supportive environment for every child..........More>>>
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- Solar power project in Oudomxay set to supply electricity by year-end
The first phase of a clean energy project in Oudomxay province is expected to start supplying electricity by the end of 2025.
Laos Northern Clean Energy Project is being built across Xay and Namor districts, covering more than 2,000 hectares. It includes a mix of agricultural land, village reserve forests, protected forests, and other types of forested and farmed land......More>>>
- Lao Airlines resumes Vientiane-Xieng Khuang flights
Lao Airlines has resumed flights betweenVientiane and Xieng Khuang province as of June 1, according to a statement issued by the national flag carrier on Thursday.
The Managing Director of Lao Airlines, MrViengxay Singkham, said flights on this sectorwould recommence after being temporarily suspended for an unnamed period........More>>>
- Laos, China join forces to woo Chinese tourists
The Ministry of Information, Culture and Tourism has inked an agreement with a Chinese company to strengthen Laos’ tourism products and promote tourism in Laos, especially by offering more services that cater to the needs of Chinese visitors.
The Terms of Reference (TOR) on the partnership between the Ministry and Beijing Fenghuanghe International Culture Communication Co., Ltd. were signed in Vientiane on May 29 by the Deputy Director General of the Ministry’s Tourism Marketing Department, Mr Phouthone Dalalom, and the Chief Executive Officer of the Chinese company, Miss Zhang Xiaoyan.....More>>>
- Groundbreaking project kicks off to create climate-resilient future
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment and UN-Habitat have launched a transformative three-year initiative, to strengthen Laos’ adaptive capacity by integrating climate change considerations into national and sub-national planning processes.
According to UN-Habitat Lao PDR, the agency will partner with the Lao government to develop climate planning processes that particularly benefit women, ethnic groups, and vulnerable communities, and will be funded by a budget of US$2 million. .....More>>>
- Education ministry takes steps to prevent cheating during school exams
The Ministry of Education and Sports has set up a taskforce to oversee the Grades 4 and 7 final school year exams and ensure that no irregularities occur before or after the tests.
The move is aimed at preventing any form of malpractice, particularly the buying and selling of exam questions and answers.
In preparation for the upcoming final exams at secondary schools across the country, the Ministry of Education and Sports last week convened a meeting with three other ministries and four companies to discuss examination management.......More>>>
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Horseback riding becomes way of life for young businessman
Mr Thanathep Viboul was once passionate about the power and speed of cars and often took part in races in Thailand. But today, he is just as passionate about horseback riding and horse racing, which have become an important part of his life......More>>>
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Judo fighters awarded black belts, certificates
The Lao Judo Federation on Tuesday presented black belts (Dans) and certificates to outstanding Lao and Thai fighters in Vientiane after they met with success at the Kodokan Seminar “Japan x ASEAN Jita-Kyoei Project” and passed exams last November.......More >>>
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