- Vientiane pushes for self-reliant growth, urban development
Vientiane authorities have set political stability, economic self-reliance, infrastructure development, and improvements in living standards as top priorities under the capital’s five-year Socio-Economic Development Plan for 2026-2030. These priorities were highlighted during a meeting on Monday at the Vientiane Administration Office to review implementation of the socio-economic development plan for the first half of 2026 and outline directions for the second half of the year...............More>>>
- Unlocking the potential of ancient tea forests, award-winning coffee, and young farmers
LURAS celebrates 11 years strengthening upland rural advisory services in Laos
A decade ago, farmers in the remote uplands of Xiengkhouang sold.........More>>>
- Laos, Cambodia partner in feasibility study on power grid links
The energy sectors of Laos and Cambodia are seeking to strengthen regional energy links through the signing of a joint study framework for a feasibility study on cross-border power grid interconnection between the two countries...........More>>>
- JDB meeting reviews business results for first quarter of 2026
The Joint Development Bank Public (JDB) held a meeting last week to summarise the bank’s business results for the first quarter and outline business plans for the second quarter of 2026.
The meeting took place on May 22 at the JDB headquarters......More>>>
- Lao Brewery Co invests 1.4 billion kip in human development
The Lao Brewery Company (LBC) continues its commitment to national development by investing more than 1.4 billion kip in human resource advancement through its “LBC Building Your Dream” scholarship programme. Education remains the core driver........More>>>
- BYD MOK hands over 100 new electric vehicles
MOK Company Limited handed over 100 new BYD Sealion 6 electric vehicles to buyers during a ceremony at the National Convention Centre on May 25........More>>>
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- Laos prepares to host Convention on Cluster Munitions review meeting
The government began preparations on Monday to host a global conference that will review progress made under the United Nations’ Convention on Cluster Munitions...........More>>>
- Asia-Pacific trade blocs push for more open markets
Asia-Pacific trade ministers have agreed to strengthen economic cooperation, keep markets open, and build more resilient supply chains amid growing global economic uncertainty........More>>>
- Australia strengthens support for inclusive education in Laos
The Government of Australia is working with teachers in Laos to provide more inclusive teaching and learning, with a focus on multigrade teaching, gender and social norms, and support for students with disabilities. The Ministry of Education and Sports, with support from Australia through the Basic Education Quality and Access in Laos (BEQUAL) programme, is holding the seventh round of Training of Trainers for Internal Pedagogical Support teams, from May 25-29...........More>>>
- Health ministry, CBM Global bolster efforts to improve eye health services
The Ministry of Health is working with development partners, particularly CBM Global Disability Inclusion, to improve inclusive eye healthcare services and reduce blindness and visual impairment across the country under a new National Eye Health Strategy for 2026-2030.............More>>>
- Savannakhet authorities shut down alluvial gold mining operations
Authorities in Savannakhet province have broken up illegal alluvial gold mining operations in Sepon and Phin districts, removing heavy machinery, dredging equipment, minerals, fuel, and illegally logged wood from several mining sites...........More>>>
- Public hospitals move forward with plans for autonomy
The Ministry of Health is training hospital staff from across Laos to manage their own budgets and operations, aiming to improve patient care and reduce waste.............More>>> |
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