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13 August 2025

- PM calls for updated, responsible, well-rounded news delivery 
Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone, who is a Politburo member of the Party Central Committee, has urged mass media entities to modernise and improve their response to developing situations and events, while also ensuring that newspapers.........More>>>

- Laos, Singapore agree to strengthen ties
The governments of Laos and Singapore have reaffirmed their commitment to building cooperation in key areas including trade and investment, human resource.........More>>>

- Vietnam, Laos foster military collaboration
HANOI (VNA) -- Deputy Minister of Defence, Chairman of the General Department of Politics of the Lao People’s Army (LPA), Lieut. Gen. Vongsone Inpanphim and his spouse are paying an official visit to Vietnam from August 10-14, .........More>>>

- Digital from India: Leapfrogging development through text-enabled citizen-centric governance
At the 2nd Voice of the Global South Summit hosted virtually by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi on November 17, 2023, one key focus area was titled “Sustain the momentum of exchange and sharing of ideas and best practices between member countries…” .....More>>>

- Phu Bia Mining teams restore vital Nam Mo Bridge after typhoon damage
Soon after heavy rains caused by Typhoon Wipha on July 25 resulted in severe flooding and damage to the Nam Mo Bridge, located near Phu Bia Mining’s (PBM)........More>>>

- Turkish govt proposes landmark education initiative in Laos
The government of the Republic of Türkiye has put forward a significant initiative to deepen cooperation with Laos by proposing the establishment of a Lao-Turkish friendship school in Vientiane.......More>>>


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- Education leaders urge swift action on quality improvement

In preparation for the upcoming 2025-2026 school year, education authorities have stressed the urgent need to address persistent challenges, including the high student dropout rate, teacher shortages, and the overall poor quality of education......More>>>

- Laos, China launch real-time flood forecasting in Mekong basin
The governments of Laos and China have launched a real-time flood forecasting system in the Mekong River basin. The scheme aims to strengthen real-time hydrological forecasting systems, ensure timely data sharing, and improve early warning capabilities..........More>>>

- Media leaders call for focus on ethics, innovation in digital age
Lao media leaders and journalists have highlighted the need for stronger ethics, innovative storytelling, and greater audience trust, to guide the industry through the challenges of the rapidly developing digital era.....More>>>

- ASEAN minerals committee lays groundwork for 10th ministerial meeting in Vientiane
Members of the ASEAN Minerals Technical Committee have discussed numerous issues that form the basis of preparations for the 10th ASEAN Minerals Ministerial Meeting......More>>>

- Health ministry, development partners release 130 million dengue-fighting mosquitoes
More than 130 million mosquitoes bred to reduce the spread of dengue are being released across Vientiane to protect people from the potentially deadly disease.......More>>>

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Korean ICT firms eye Lao market through Seongnam Trade Mission
Thirteen leading technology companies from Seongnam City in the Republic of Korea showcased their products and explored business opportunities in Laos during the “2025 Seongnam Trade Mission”. ......... More >>>

Miracle Productions is searching for Laos’ next vocal stars
Miracle Productions is offering a once-in-a-lifetime chance through its search for fresh, talented singers to represent Laos in an exciting international music competition in South Korea..,.......... More >>>

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75 years of steady growth in Lao media
Over the past 75 years, the Lao media industry has grown steadily, playing an ever-present role in the country’s development, starting with the struggle for national liberation and then supporting Laos’ growth as a sovereign nation and its journey on the path to prosperity......More>>>

Xi says China, Brazil can set example of unity, self-reliance in Global South
BEIJING (Xinhua) -- Chinese President Xi Jinping said that China is ready to work with Brazil to set an example of unity and self-reliance among major countries in the Global South, and jointly build a more just world and a more sustainable planet........... More >>>

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What should young people do to become productive citizens?
In an era of rapid digital transformation, young people must navigate a world brimming with information while cultivating the skills and character needed to contribute meaningfully to national development. This year, the theme set by UNDP Laos for its 2025
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Referees all set to blow their whistles at Lao League matches
The Lao Football Federation (LFF) is running a three-day course this week to prepare referees for the Pepsi Lao League 1, with matches taking place this year and next, starting on August 16. The referees will use FIFA rules when officiating at matches. .......More >>>

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23 Km Farm, an organic escape with tasty food
Just a short drive from Vientiane, 23 Km Farm is more than a destination, it’s an experience. Nestled in a lush, spacious and green area, an organic farm invites visitors ...More >>>


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