- Laos, Vietnam boost border trade for shared growth
The Lao and Vietnamese commerce ministries have pledged to deepen border trade and economic ties to drive sustainable growth and strengthen the special friendship between the two countries.
The two ministries reaffirmed their commitment to increase trade volume during talks at the 13th Vietnam-Laos Border Trade Development Cooperation Conference held on November 7 in Quang Ninh province, Vietnam, according to the Ministry of Industry and Trade of Vietnam.
The meeting was co-chaired by Vietnam’s Minister of Industry and Trade, Nguyen Hong Dien, and Laos’ Minister of Industry and Commerce, Malaythong Kommasith.
Vietnam is one of Laos’ top trading partners. In the first nine months of this year, the value of two-way trade reached US$2.1 billion, ranking the third highest after China and Thailand, according to figures provided by the Lao Ministry of Industry and Commerce.......More>>>
- Laos marks World Food Day with pledge to end hunger
With the world confronting economic turbulence, climate shocks, and growing food insecurity, Laos is focusing on hope and resilience, marking the 45th World Food Day and the 33rd National Week for Poverty Eradication with a powerful message — that ending hunger begins at home, in the nation’s fields and farms. The occasion highlights Laos’ steady progress toward the Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in combatting hunger and poverty.
Despite facing the same pressures as other nations, the country’s agriculture sector has continued to grow through strong collaboration between the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment, local authorities, development partners, and private enterprises.
According to official figures, the production of major food items, including rice, meat, eggs, and fish, was largely sufficient to meet domestic demand.......More>>>
- Laos secures US$17.5 million to strengthen public financial management
The World Bank has approved a US$17.5 million project to help Laos strengthen its public financial management system through digital tools and improved staff capacity, aiming to make government spending more transparent and accountable. The project, named Enhancing Public Financial Management through Information and Communication Technology and Skills (Phase II), is funded by a low-interest loan from the World Bank Group’s International Development Association. According to the World Bank media release..........More>>>
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- Laos bolsters role as member of global state audit organisation
The 25th Congress of the International Organisation of Supreme Audit Institutions (INTOSAI), the highest decision-making body of the global auditing community, convened in Sharm El-Sheikh, Arab Republic of Egypt, from October 27-31 to set future directions for global accountability and transparency.........More>>>
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Education minister calls for improved, in-depth research
The quality of scientific research in Laos must advance to regional and international levels, the Minister of Education and Sports has said, calling on researchers and innovators to strengthen their competencies. Associate Professor Dr Thongsalith Mangnomek made the call when chairing the 2025 National Science Conference, which took place at the National University of Laos (NUoL) on Thursday.........More>>>
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Laos, EU reaffirm commitment to quality education for children
The European Union has reaffirmed its shared commitment with the Lao government to promote inclusive, equitable, and quality education for children in Laos.
This renewed commitment was underscored during the Budget Support Steering Committee meeting held last week, where the Ministry of Education and Sports and the Ministry of Finance presented progress updates on the implementation of the national education sector plan........More>>>
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