- Laos adopted as 15th dialogue partner of SCO in the presence of President Thongloun at its Summit
Laos has been officially adopted as the 15th dialogue partner of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO), underscoring the bloc’s principles and objectives that align with Laos’ foreign policy advocating for peace, independence, friendship, and multilateral cooperation. President Thognloun Sisoulith expressed heartfelt thanks to the SCO’s members for extending their full support at the bloc’s 25th Summit in China’s port city of Tianjin. Laos secured unanimous support at the SCO Plus meeting, the Lao Ministry of Foreign Affairs said in a press statement.......More>>>
- PM urges nationwide support for education as school year begins
The Prime Minister has urged the entire nation to come together to support the education, science, and sports sectors as the 2025-2026 academic year formally began on September 1. Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone, on behalf of Party and government leaders, delivered a message to extend greetings and best wishes to all educators, students, and education officials at all levels and in all sectors, both public and private........More>>>
- PM urges Xekong to build self-reliant economy
The Prime Minister has urged Xekong province authorities to strengthen Party leadership and build a self-reliant economy by making full use of the province’s available resources and potential.
Speaking at the 11th Congress of the Xekong Provincial Party Committee on August 29, Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone, who is also a Politburo member, said economic growth must remain the province’s priority, with swift action needed to tackle financial difficulties.
He called for stronger regional planning, the creation of development zones, and closer economic links to reduce dependency. He also advised simplifying trade and production procedures to support businesses, families, and traders, while ensuring that tax collection and transport fees are fair and transparent. The Deputy Governor of Xekong province, Mr Khanty Silavongsa, said the province’s economy grew at an average rate of 4.9 percent between 2021 and 2025, despite many challenges, the Lao News Agency reported......More>>>
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