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17 November 2025

- National Games kick off with grand fanfare
Medal hopefuls from across the country gathered at the National Stadium in Vientiane on Saturday in excited anticipation of demonstrating their prowess at the National Games. .......More>>>

- Govt lauds business leaders’ role in national development at LNCCI awards
Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone praised the creative thinking, diligence and unwavering spirit of Lao entrepreneurs at the 35th anniversary awards ceremony .........More>>>

- Laos, Vietnam vow to strengthen ties in labour management
The governments of Laos and Vietnam have pledged to advance labour cooperation, including developing legal frameworks, skills training to match ..........More>>>

- Laos moves to expand blue economy through new maritime navigation concession project Laos is expected to secure new revenue streams, expand employment opportunities and strengthen its global trade connectivity through a major Maritimey......More>>>

- Lao Telecom celebrates 29 years of success
Lao Telecommunications Public Company, a leading telecommunications provider, held a ceremony on November 14 to celebrate its 29 years of growth and development......More>>>

- Toyo Industry Lao Factory earns top business ‘Leader Award’ – reinforcing its role as a proud Lao industrial champion Toyo Industry Lao Factory Sole CO., LTD, the producer of TOYO Pipe — one of Laos’ most successful and trusted ......More>>>

- BCEL moves towards IFRS implementation, a new era for financial reporting in Laos In a significant development for the Lao finance sector, the Banque pour le Commerce Extérieur Lao (BCEL), the largest bank in the market, has signed a partnership.......More>>>

- Kasemrad International Hospital Vientiane becomes Laos’ first to get JCI accreditation
Kasemrad International Hospital Vientiane on Wednesday celebrated JCI accreditation – becoming the first hospital in Laos to achieve this international standard and the first overseas branch of Bangkok Chain Hospital to receive this accreditation......More>>>
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- Laos joins ASEAN members in signing historic extradition treaty
ASEAN member states on November 14 signed the ASEAN Treaty on Extradition, marking a significant milestone in regional legal cooperation and efforts to combat transnational crime.....More>>>

- Inspectors uncover more than 2.1 trillion kip in losses, implicating 334 individuals in fraud
The State Inspection Authority has pledged to enforce stricter discipline among government agencies after finding that more than 2.1 trillion kip or nearly US$ 100 million has been misappropriated over the past five years........More>>>

- Revised school system set for rollout in 2028
The government has confirmed the introduction of a revised school grade structure, using a 6+3+3 grade format, with most schools expected to switch over to the new system in the 2028-2029 academic year........More>>>

- Ministry reports progress in land registration, title issuance
The Ministry of Agriculture and Environment has reported significant progress in land registration and the issuing of land titles, while observing the need to address challenges in forested and remote areas........More>>>

- Health ministry deploys 290 personnel to safeguard athletes at 12th national GamesAs Vientiane hosts the 12th National Games during November 15-25, the Ministry of Health has rolled out a major safety operation, deploying more than 290 medical personnel to safeguard athletes and ensure the event meets the highest public health standards.........More>>>
 
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National Productivity Festival promotes awareness, inclusive growth
The Lao National Productivity Festival 2025 opened at the Vientiane Center on Thursday with the aim of promoting greater public awareness and understanding of productivity as a driver of economic and.......... More >>>

AI breakthrough delivers Chinese micro-dramas to global audiences
Changsha, China – A pioneering initiative in central China is dismantling language barriers for the entertainment industry, using artificial intelligence to rapidly translate and dub short television dramas ....... More >>>
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Stargazing and tea plantations offer a natural retreat in China
Nestled among the misty hills of Changsha County in Hunan province, China, Jinjing Town offers travellers a peaceful retreat where tea plantations meet the stars. The moment I arrived, the scent of fresh tea leaves filled the air, embracing me in a mix of.........More>>>

Lancang-Mekong countries vow to target telecom and cyber fraud
(China Daily/ANN) -- Senior officials from China, Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, Thailand, and Vietnam pledged at a ministerial-level meeting on Friday to deepen law enforcement cooperation and launch coordinated crackdowns targeting telecom and cyber fraud......More >>>

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What did spectators find most exciting about attending the opening ceremony of the 12th National Games?
Thousands of Vientiane residents, along with domestic and foreign visitors, filled the National Stadium on November 15...... More >>>

Lao pencak silat federation celebrates success at National Games
The Lao Pencak Silat Federation is celebrating the success of its combatants during events that took place during the National Games in Vientiane from November 12-16.......More >>>
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Jakarta: A city where urban energy meets the calm of the sea
When people think of Jakarta, they often imagine endless traffic, the blare of horns, and millions of people rushing to keep up with the city’s fast pace. ...More >>>

A student from the Department of Computer Engineering and Information Technology at the Faculty of Engineering, Ms Phonesavanh Sounakhen (left), and another from the Department of Product....More>>>

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