- Military ties top agenda as Vietnam’s deputy defence minister visits Laos
The governments of Laos and Vietnam have reaffirmed their longstanding special solidarity and comprehensive cooperation, particularly in the field of defence, during high-level talks held in Vientiane on Wednesday.............More>>>
- Laos posts strong Q1 trade surplus
Laos recorded US$5.2 billion in foreign trade in the first quarter of 2026, achieving a surplus of more than US$310 million on rising exports. The figure marks an increase of 13 percent over the US$4.6 billion recorded in the same period in 2025, reflecting steady growth in external trade and stronger export performance........More>>>
- Chinese firms eye investment opportunities in Laos
A delegation representing 12 Chinese companies is exploring investment opportunities in Laos as the country seeks to build on expanding development ties to attract fresh investment. Potential fields for development opportunities include construction, energy, mining, digital technology, and finance.
Minister of Public Works and Transport, Mr Leklay Sivilay, briefed the Chinese delegation on progress in Laos’ overall socio-economic development........More>>>
- Luang Prabang, Phongsaly, CARE International ink MoU to launch MekongElevate project
The Ministry of Agriculture and Environment, represented by the provincial Agriculture and Environment Offices of Luang Prabang and Phongsaly, and CARE International in the Lao PDR, signed a Memorandum of Understanding in Vientiane on April 23 to launch the “MekongElevate: Ethnic Communities Leading Inclusive Climate Action Project”. .........More>>>
- AHF Laos prioritises media to boost HIV project awareness
AHF Laos has been actively implementing projects in Laos since 2018, focusing on HIV prevention, testing, and referral for care and treatment. To promote information regarding project activities, particularly concerning HIV prevention and testing, the organisation is prioritising online platforms. This approach is viewed as a more effective and accessible way to reach a broader demographic across various generations and genders.......More>>>
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- Education, business sectors move to boost Chinese language skills in Laos
The education and business sectors are joining forces to provide more Chinese language courses, so that more people in Laos are qualified to work in the transportation and logistics sectors.
These sectors increasingly involve working with Chinese counterparts, as trade and transport links between Laos and China rapidly expand.......More>>>
- Vietnam provides VNĐ50 billion for construction of school in Luang Prabang
Quang Ninh province in Vietnam has provided about VNĐ50 billion to Laos to finance construction of the Vang Ngeun General and Vocational School in Luang Prabang city. A ground-breaking ceremony took place at Vang Ngeun primary school on April 20 to kick off construction of the school, with senior officials from Laos and Vietnam taking part........More>>>
- New Lao dictionary approved to unify language use
The Lao language will be better preserved following the approval of a new dictionary, which will be used as the standard reference for the correct use of Lao.......More>>>
- Laos to attend ASEAN-EU foreign ministers’ meeting
A Lao delegation will attend the 25th ASEAN-European Union Foreign Ministers’ Meeting in Brunei next week to strengthen ties with regional and European partners.......More>>>
- Tragic bus accident in Bolikhamxayclaims eight lives
A devastating road accident in the early hours of Wednesday morning has left eight people dead and 35 others injured after a passenger bus overturned in Pakkading district, Bolikhamxay province........More>>>
- Xayabouly makes strides in infrastructure development
Plans are progressing for the upgrade of infrastructure in Xayabouly province, with a particular focus on Kaenthao district, to help boost development in the area........More>>>
- Laos congratulates Myanmar’s newly appointed Foreign Minister
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Lao PDR has congratulated Myanmar’s newly ap-pointed Union Minister for Foreign Affairs, Tin Maung Swe, expressing confidence in continued cooperation between the two countries........More>>>
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Riverside dining with hotel-grade flavours in rural Laos
For those seeking a peaceful escape from the busy pace of city life, a journey to Meuangfeuang district in Vientiane province offers more than just fresh air—it delivers a complete riverside dining experience in the lap of nature. ........More>>>
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