- PM calls for self-reliant growth with green focus
Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone on Friday urged stronger agricultural production and trade while protecting forests, land and water on the path to building an independent, self-reliant economy. Addressing the closing ceremony of the 2025 Agriculture and Environment Sector Review Conference in Champasak province, Dr Sonexay advised the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment to prioritise food security............More>>>
- Responding to the global housing crisis: World Urban Forum in Baku
Marking a pivotal moment for global urban development, the 13th edition of the World Urban Forum (WUF13) will take place in Baku, Azerbaijan, from May 17-22 under the theme “Housing the world: Safe and resilient cities and communities”.........More>>>
- Luang Prabang ranked 30th in list of world’s 50 most beautiful cities
Luang Prabang has been ranked 30th among the 50 Most Beautiful Cities in the World by the Condé Nast Traveler magazine. ..........More>>>
- Grand Pi Mai Lao celebrations set to light up six provinces
As everyone joyfully anticipates the Lao New Year (Pi Mai Lao) celebrations taking place from April 14-16, the Lao Brewery Company has announced plans to organise one of the largest coordinated New Year events ever staged in the country. The three-day event, titled ‘Beerlao Music Zone HYDRO BEATS 2026’, will take place simultaneously in six provinces, offering free entry to people aged 18 and above. The initiative aims to bring communities together to celebrate Pi Mai Lao through music, cultural activities, water play and shared festivities, in line with the spirit of renewal, unity, and joy that defines the Lao New Year. ..........More>>>
- Laos calls for restraint in Middle East
Laos has voiced grave concern over the escalating violence in the Middle East and urged all parties to show restraint and seek a peaceful solution. A statement issued on March 2 by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs read: “The Lao People’s Democratic Republic has been closely following.......More>>>
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- Govt strengthens oversight of Chinese investment projects
The government is tightening oversight and fast-tracking of Chinese investment projects following a high-level meeting between the Office of the Laos-China Cooperation Committee and the Office of the Investment Promotion and Management Committee in Vientiane last week.........More>>>
- Lao Red Cross issues appeal for blood amid critical shortage
The Lao Red Cross has issued an urgent appeal for blood donors, warning that hospitals across the country are facing a critical shortage of blood and have been forced to postpone vital surgeries. .....More>>>
- Upgrade of National Highway 13 South on track for completion in 2028
The upgrade of a section of National Highway 13 South, running between Km21 in Khoksivilay village, Xaythany district, and Km71 in Somsavat village, Pakngum district, Vientiane, is underway and scheduled for completion in 2028...........More>>>
- Police arrest 16 in crackdown following armed robberies
The Criminal Investigation Division of the Vientiane Public Security Headquarters has arrested 16 people in a sweeping operation that dismantled a gang of youths believed to be responsible for a series of machete-wielding robberies...........More>>>
- Reservoir being constructed in Champasak
The Huayvanghae reservoir is being constructed in Phonthong district of Champasak province to provide water for growing crops during the wet and dry seasons..........More>>> |
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