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27 June 2025


- NA urges swift action on economic issues at closing session
The National Assembly (NA) has called on the government to take urgent steps to ease the economic hardship faced by people, especially high inflation, soaring electricity prices, and the spiralling cost of essential consumer goods. ....More>>>

- Govt eyes measures to ease effects of electricity price hike
The government has ordered urgent action to explore measures to mitigate the impacts of the recent restructuring of electricity prices, which has seen bills rise to unprecedented levels.
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- Mekong Tourism Forum ignites new era with launch of GMS Strategy 2030 
The 2025 Mekong Tourism Forum kicked off in Luang Prabang City on Thursday, with the highlight being the introduction of the forward-looking GMS Tourism.......More>>>

- Ground broken on Phongsavanh International Hospital in Vientiane, promising modern healthcare for all
The Phongsavanh International Hospital will enhance Lao people’s access to treatment through modern technology, contributing to the country’s socio-economic development. ......More>>>

- Multi-country journeys and rail links: a new era for GMS tourism 
An inaugural GMS Tourism Private Sector workshop held on Wednesday in Luang Prabang, as a part of the Mekong Tourism Forum, heralded a significant shift in the Greater Mekong....More>>>

- Lao Mobile Money and Joint Development Bank form strategic partnership to modernise customer services
Lao Mobile Money Sole Co., Ltd, the creator of a leading e-wallet M moneyX, has entered into a strategic partnership with Joint Development Bank (JDB), pledging their shared commitment to innovate and enhance customer services through modern solutions.....More>>>


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- Govt strengthens efforts to curb wildlife trafficking

The government is reinforcing the implementation of Prime Minister’s Order No. 05/PM to tighten control over the management, trade, and cross-border transit of endangered wildlife and plants.
At a final consultation meeting held on June 23, forestry officials and stakeholders reviewed amendments aimed at aligning the Order with national laws and international conventions such as the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES)...........More>>>

- Strengthening environmental journalism in the digital age
Almost 20 journalists from the central provinces are gathering in Vientiane from June 23-27 for a training workshop on digital journalism, with a special focus on green issues and the use of modern technology, including artificial intelligence (AI)........More>>>

- PM speaks out to bolster war on drugs
Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone has called for all sectors of Lao society to join forces in combating the threat of drug abuse and trafficking, which he described as a danger to national security and the country’s future. ......More>>>

- Foreign Minister pays official visit to Russia to deepen strategic partnership
Minister of Foreign Affairs Thongsavanh Phomvihane is leading a delegation on an official visit to Russia from June 25-29 to deepen ties, Russia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs said on its website.
During his visit to Moscow, Mr Thongsavanh is scheduled to hold high-level talks with his Russian counterpart, Sergey Lavrov, and with Minister of Construction and Utilities Irek Fayzullin, who also serves as Chair of the Russian chapter of the Russia-Laos Intergovernmental Commission for Trade, Economic, Scientific and Technical Cooperation.....More>>>

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Lao stakeholders join forces to promote responsible business, decent workStrengthening responsible business conduct and promoting inclusive economic growth were the key aims of the Tripartite Workshop on Sustainable and Responsible...... More >>>

French Institute’s Fête de la Musique a resounding success
The Institut Français du Laos last week hosted the annual Fête de la Musique in grand style, with musical talent entertaining rapt audiences over three evenings from June 20-22....... More >>>

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Monthly phone fee sparks mixed reactions from users
When mobile phone users hear their phones ring, they instinctively reach into pockets, backpacks, or shirt pockets—only to ......More>>>

Singapore pledges US$1.3 million to global vaccine group Gavi
SINGAPORE (The Straits Times/ANN) -- Singapore has pledged US$1 million (S$1.3 million) to global vaccine group Gavi as part of the country’s continued commitment to global health and vaccine equity.......More >>>

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Is Laos ready for the rise of Artificial Intelligence?
Laos is beginning to integrate artificial intelligence (AI) into its development plans. With the recent opening of the Laos-China AI Cooperation Centre, the country ...... More >>>

Mazda GB Football Club gears up for first League 1 outing
Mazda GB Football Club is assemblin-g a strong squad to compete in the Pepsi Lao Premier League 1, with matches taking place from September this year........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 >>>


 
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