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3 October 2025

- PM: Overseas Lao compatriots are “part of the national family”, a force for the country’s development
Meeting members of the Lao diaspora living in the United States and Canada in Washington D.C. this week, Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone told them the Lao government considers them to be “part of the national family”. The PM, who paid a working visit to the United States from September 27-30, told the gathering at the Lao Embassy in the US capital that the government has always regarded overseas Lao compatriots as a “force contributing to building and developing the nation, either directly or indirectly”...........More>>>

- Laos aims to significantly increase renewable energy share by 2030
Laos’ power development strategy targets increasing variable renewable energy (mainly solar and wind) to 11 percent by 2030, a goal that officials say is vital for boosting energy resilience, sustainability, and supporting the country’s long-term economic transformation. This message was underscored at the Lao PDR Carbon Markets and Clean Energy Conference, held in Vientiane on Thursday as part of a two-day event on September 24-25........More>>>

- President to visit Democratic People’s Republic of Korea
Secretary General of the Lao People’s Revolutionary Party Central Committee and State President Thongloun Sisoulith will lead a high-level Party and Government delegation on a state visit to the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK) on October 7-8, to strengthen ties between the two countries. The visit is in response to an invitation from the General Secretary of the Workers’ Party of Korea and President of State Affairs of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea, Mr Kim Jong Un, the Lao Ministry of Foreign Affairs said in a press release.. .......More>>>

- Australia strengthens trade links with Laos
Australia is strengthening trade and investment with Laos, with a focus on agriculture, mining, and other sectors that support sustainable growth. This effort comes as Australia’s Business Champion for Laos, Mr Charles Olsson, visits the country from September 30 to October 3. .......More>>>


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- Ministry plans major reform of education system

The Ministry of Education and Sports has announced plans to reform the  education system over the next five years, with a key change set to increase the number of years children spend in primary education. The initiative was unveiled during the ministry’s 10th Party Congress on September 26, when the development plan for the education and sports sector for the period 2026-2030 was discussed.......More>>>

- Lao connectivity advances as regional link project progresses

Laos is moving ahead with a US$200 million project to improve transport links and cross-border services, connecting northern Laos with neighbouring Thailand and Vietnam. ......More>>>

- Gold items returned to shop owner after armed robbery in Luang Prabang

Authorities in Luang Prabang have recovered and returned gold jewellery stolen from a shop during a daring armed robbery in Nan district last week. On September 30, ......More>>>

- Education ministry, Australia boost local support for teachers’ professional development
The Ministry of Education and Sports, with the support of the Australian Government through the Basic Education Quality and Access in Lao PDR (BEQUAL) programme......More>>>

- Luang Prabang rises as model of sustainable tourism in Asia
Luang Prabang is strengthening its sustainable tourism position as one of Asia’s most unique travel destinations by combining dynamic tourism development with the preservation of its rich cultural heritage. ......More>>>

- Flood warnings issued as river levels rise 
People living in Pakse city, Champasak province, Phonhong district in Vientiane province, and low-lying communities in Bolikhamxay and Savannakhet provinces are once again on flood alert following several days of continuous rainfall.......More>>>

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Inflation slows but cost of essentials remains high
Inflation in Laos has slowed sharply this year, but people continue to face high costs of essentials such as electricity, water, healthcare, and education........ More >>>

Laos’ Bobbi ready to shine at Mister Global 2025 in Thailand
Laos is set to shine on the international stage as Youphalath Phethany, affectionately known as Bobbi, represents the country at the Mister Global 2025 pageant in Thailand.......... More >>>

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When marketing outpaces reality: the risks of misleading food supplement claims
In recent years, food supplements have become some of the fastest-growing.......More>>>

Sino-Russian ties stronger on visa-free policy
(China Daily/ANN) -- China’s visa-free policy for Russian citizens holding ordinary passports sends a strong and positive signal to the business communities on both sides, and such measures will further strengthen economic.......... More >>>

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Do you think more resources should be invested in flood prevention?
The recent floods have turned a seasonal concern into a pressing public debate: should more resources be shifted towards the prevention of such disasters.... . More >>>

Fighters test skills at Governor’s Taekwondo Championship
More than 450 athletes from 26 clubs in Vientiane and the provinces of Luang Prabang, Xiengkhouang, and Bolikhamxay will test their skills at the 7th Vientiane Governor’s Taekwondo Championship to.........More >>>

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Phou Pha Marn and Kuang Xi waterfall: Laos’ path to sustainable tourism
When speaking of ecotourism destinations in Laos, two remarkable locations stand out, namely Phou Pha Marn in Khammuan province and the world-renowned ...More >>>


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