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4 June 2025


- Laos eyes more Malaysian investments
Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone has called for deeper business cooperation and more Malaysian investments in Laos, saying the country offers strategic advantages and strong potential in key economic sectors....More>>>

- Laos signs MoU to explore green energy-powered AI infrastructure
The National Data Center under the Ministry of Technology and Communications has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Silicon Tech Park (Lao) Sole Co Ltd for a feasibility study on developing artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure powered by green energy........More>>>

- Further advancing ever-growing Vietnam–Laos relations
HANOI (VNS) -- Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Bui Thanh Son held talks with Acting Head of the External Relations Commission of the Lao People’s Revolutionary Party (LPRP) Central Committee Bounleua Phandanouvong on Monday as part of his official visit to Vietnam........More>>>

- ‘Green Classroom Mekong-Lancang’ initiative engages Lao youth on green energy knowledge
(China Daily of China/ANN) -- Technology has been my beat for more than a decade now — part of my job as a business journalist is to keep a close eye on the latest trends and developments in China’s ever-changing high-tech sector.....More>>>

- Govt gives green light to Phongsavanh Group for study of new Laos-Vietnam expressway
The government has authorised the Phongsavanh Group to carry out a feasibility study involving the survey, design and construction of an expressway connecting Vientiane through Xaysomboun, Xieng Khuang and Huaphan provinces to the Nam Souay border crossing with Vietnam. .......More>>>
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- First phase of upgrade of Xieng Khuang airport completed
The first phase of the renovation of an airfield and terminal buildings at Haihin in Xieng Khuang province has been completed and the facility has been handed over to the Lao Air Force.......More>>>

- Thunderstorms, heavy rain forecast for June 4-8 across Laos
The Meteorology and Hydrology Department has issued a weather alert warning the public of potentially severe weather conditions across various parts of Laos during June 4-8......More>>>

- Laos, Russia strengthen prosecutorial cooperation
The prosecutorial bodies of Laos and Russia will benefit from deeper collaboration following a Russian high-level delegation’s official visit to Vientiane to boost cooperation in legal affairs and judicial work.....More>>>

- Nam Tha 1 Lao Power gives boost to rural schools
Nam Tha 1 Lao Power Company Limited is helping to improve educational facilities in rural areas of Pha-oudom district in Bokeo province, aiming to provide better conditions for schoolchildren year by year......More>>>

- National Arbor Day and International Children’s Day celebrated with festive activities at Lao Ethnic Garden
In celebration of National Arbor Day and International Children’s Day, the Lao Ethnic Garden – one of Vientiane’s emerging cultural tourism attractions – hosted a lively and heartwarming event packed with educational and recreational activities for children and families........More>>>
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Lao economy’s steady Q1 growth driven by key sectors
Laos recorded economic growth of 4.5 percent in the first quarter of 2025, according to a government report presented at a preparatory meeting for the upcoming National Assembly (NA) session....... More >>>

Circus performance delights audience, marks International Children’s Day
Children and families were treated to enchanting magic, acrobatics and stage performances at the Lao National Circus in Vientiane on Sunday, as part of the celebrations to mark both the National Arbor Day and........ More >>>
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Chamber of Commerce’s vice president backs forest cover goal with tree-planting initiative 
The Lao government’s ambitious target to increase forest cover to 70 percent of the total land area has been backed by......More>>>

Mount Etna erupts, sending tourists running for safety
(ABC) -- Tourists have been filmed running from Sicily’s Mount Etna volcano as it spewed out fiery ash on Monday, local time.......More >>>

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Simple form of transport adds colour to island experience
Vientiane Times is publishing a series of articles to mark Visit Laos Year 2024. ...More >>>

Mr Jaewon Lee, the CEO of GreenGoods Co Ltd, a leading social enterprise dedicated to sustainable agriculture, donated...More>>>

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Do you like Lao’s unique culture, traditions and food?
Many Japanese nationals and other foreigners are interested in Lao culture and food, along with enjoying traditional performances by Lao artists during the colourful two-day Lao Festival at Yoyogi Park in Tokyo, Japan last week...... More >>>

Teqball Federation trains team for international events
The Lao Teqball Federation is focused on training young players who can represent the country at international competitions.These efforts, following the establishment of the federation’s executive committee last week, are part of the preparations ......More >>>
 
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