- PM urges community-focused solar power development
Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone has instructed developers to ensure a 100MW solar power project in Savannakhet province benefits communities while protecting farmland and supporting Lao-made products. The Prime Minister visited the under-construction solar farm in Kaysone Phomvihane city on July 21 to review progress and encourage those involved in the development. He was joined by provincial leaders, representatives of the project developer, and officials from relevant sectors, according to the Prime Minister’s Office..........More>>>
- China approves market access to imported jackfruit from Laos, deepening agricultural cooperation
China (Global Times) -- China has approved imports of fresh jackfruit from Laos that meet phytosanitary requirements, creating a new channel for agricultural trade between the two neighboring countries, according to an announcement released by the General Administration of Customs (GAC) of China on Monday..........More>>>
- Laos strengthens ASEAN ties with dialogue partners
Laos has joined fellow ASEAN member states in strengthening cooperation with major global partners on trade, investment, digital transformation, energy security and regional connectivity, during a series of ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Meetings held in Manila, the Philippines, on Wednesday. According to a press release from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Mr Thongsavan Phomvihane led the Lao delegation attending 11 ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Meetings with ASEAN dialogue partners, including India, Canada, the United States, Russia, China, the Republic of Korea, Japan, Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom and the European Union..........More>>>
- Northern Laos eyes electric vehicle freight hubs
Northern Laos could become a key hub for electric freight transport under a new study supporting greener logistics along the Thailand-Laos-China economic corridor........More>>>
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- Ministry orders surrender of unauthorised firearms, explosives
The Ministry of Public Security has declared a crackdown on the illegal possession of firearms and explosives, warning that anyone found in possession of such items after October 31 will be subject to legal action and possible prosecution. ......More>>>
- UXO team deactivates devices following villagers’ reports in Huaphan
Rapid response teams from the Humanity & Inclusion (HI) Unexploded Ordnance (UXO) Clearance Project have safely detonated several items of unexploded ordnance in Huameuang district, Huaphan province, following reports from local residents.........More>>>
- Luang Prabang takes stock of 2025 flood damage
Storm and flood damage in Luang Prabang last year cost the province more than 431 billion kip, according to the provincial Labour and Social Welfare Department.......More>>>
- Laos, Vietnam, Cambodia prepare for joint disaster relief exercise
Military personnel from Laos, Vietnam and Cambodia have concluded a virtual meeting to finalise preparations for a tripartite military exercise in Vietnam to rehearse disaster relief operations. ....More>>>
- Govt ramps up crackdown on online fraud, warns officers of harsh penalties
The government has intensified its crackdown on online scam operations, warning that police officers and commanders found to be involved in cybercrime, or who fail to act against it, will face strict disciplinary measures.......More>>>
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Thai trade fair showcases top of the range products
A trade fair dubbed Thailand Week 2026 took place in Vientiane over the weekend to display the best of Thai consumer products and allow Thai enterprises and Lao business partners to explore new collaborations...........More>>>
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