- Outcomes of Lao National Party Congress top agenda at leaders’ meeting in Vietnam
The key outcomes of the 12th National Congress of the Lao People’s Revolutionary Party (LPRP), including long-term development directions and the 10th five-Year National Socio-Economic Development Plan, took centre stage at a high-level meeting held in Hanoi on Monday........More>>>
- Media campaign ramps up ahead of February elections
Media coverage of the upcoming elections has expanded nationwide, with authorities rolling out a coordinated campaign to inform voters of their rights and responsibilities ahead of polling day on February 22.........More>>>
- Laos, Vietnam leaders reaffirm deep cooperation at high-level talks
Secretary General of the Lao People’s Revolutionary Party and President of Laos, Thongloun Sisoulith, met with the Prime Minister of Vietnam, Pham Minh Chinh, and Politburo member and Chairman of Vietnam’s National Assembly, Tran Thanh Man, on Monday........More>>>
- ADB approves over US$149 million to support inclusive sustainable and resilient growth in Laos
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) on January 26, 2026, approved US$149 million for four projects in Laos in 2025 to support the country’s social and ........More>>>
- Lao Food Festival sets taste buds tingling
The annual Lao Food Festival has made a welcome return to Vientiane, turning Chao Anouvong Park into a lively riverside showcase of tastes, aromas, and food.........More>>>
- 21st Lao Food Festival showcases national flavours at Chao Anouvong Park
The 21st edition of the Lao Food Festival is once again bring the rich and diverse flavours of Lao cuisine to the capital from January 26-30, transforming Chao Anouvong Park into a vibrant celebration of food, culture and national identity.......More>>>
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- Ceremonies to mark new Buddhist leadership, headquarters
A series of major Buddhist ceremonies is taking place in Vientiane to honour the leaders of Laos’ monk body, celebrate completion of the new headquarters of the Lao Central Buddhist Fellowship Organisation, and raise funds to support the work of the organisation.........More>>>
- Laos, Switzerland partner to improve management of land concessions
Oversight of land use and responsible investment is being enhanced through cooperation between the governments of Laos and Switzerland, in collaboration with Switzerland’s Centre for Development and Environment..........More>>>
- UXO clearance team removes hundreds of bombies in Champasak
A Battle Area Clearance team has unearthed and deactivated 488 cluster bombs and seven 60mm mortar bombs in a coffee plantation in Km45 village, Pakxong district, Champasak province............More>>>
- Voters call for knowledgeable, forward-thinking representatives ahead of February elections
The election of new members of the National Assembly (NA) and Provincial People’s Councils on February 22 is regarded as one of the most important political events in Laos, with voters stressing the need to elect knowledgeable, innovative and people-oriented representatives to guide the country’s development over the next five years..........More>>>
- Chilly nights to persist as high pressure system dominates
Low night-time and early morning temperatures will continue for the rest of this week until February 1, as a high-pressure system from China continues to cover the country, according to the Meteorology and Hydrology Department..........More>>>
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