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13 July 2026

- NA adopts rural poverty alleviation as national agenda
The National Assembly (NA) has approved rural development and poverty reduction as a national agenda for 2027-2030, alongside two finance-related laws aimed at strengthening the management of the economy......More>>>

- President leads nationwide fish release to boost river stocks
President Thongloun Sisoulith on Saturday presided over the release of  fish fingerlings at the That Luang Lake Special Economic Zone in Vientiane, launching the government’s........More>>>

- Laos-Australia partnership helps reduce school dropouts among vulnerable girls
Laos and Australia have reaffirmed their strong partnership in advancing foundational learning and supporting girls at risk of dropping out during the critical transition......More>>>

- Laos formally becomes Shanghai Cooperation Organisation dialogue partner
Laos has formally become a dialogue partner of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO), marking an important step in expanding the country’s international engagement and cooperation........More>>>

- Inje University marks 7 years of nursing education excellence in Laos
The Leading University Project for International Cooperation (LAIN-LUPIC) team at Inje University (President Minhyeon Jeon) held the “11th LAIN-LUPIC Workshop” .....More>>>

- What lessons would a nation’s leader choose to leave for future generations?
In Letters to My Grandchildren, President Thongloun Sisoulith opens a window into his life through a collection of heartfelt letters written during official journeys abroad.....More>>>
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- First National Media Congress kicks off to chart future of media in digital era
The first National Media Congress opens today (July 13), bringing together senior Party and government leaders, media executives, editors, journalists and communication professionals from across the country for a three-day gathering expected to shape the future direction of the media industry in the digital age........More>>>

- ADB cuts Laos’ growth forecast for 2026
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) expects Laos’ economic growth to slow to 4.0 percent in 2026, citing the impact of higher global energy prices and continued geopolitical tensions.......More>>>

- Work begins on first govt-run wildlife rehabilitation centre
A major step forward in wildlife conservation has begun with the construction of the first government-owned Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre. The project got underway last Friday with the laying of a foundation stone at the National Forestry Training and Certification Centre in Houay Pamon village, Vangvieng district, Vientiane province........More>>>

- Underground erosion causes sinkholes in Savannakhet
Several sinkholes have appeared in Nongkadeng village, Vilabouly district, Savannakhet province, reported by industry and commerce officials on social media on July 9........More>>>

- Police search of truck reveals 2,000kg of drugs
Police in Vientiane province have arrested a truck driver after a search of the truck revealedan estimated 2,000 kilogrammes of drugs concealed under the trailer........More>>>
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Govt targets 30 percent electric vehicle adoption by 2030 
The government plans to increase the use of electric vehicles (EVs) and hybrids to 30 percent over the next four years in order to ease the economic pressure caused by spiralling fuel prices and energy shortages..........More>>>

Lao horror film premieres ahead of nationwide release
The gala premiere of the much-anticipated Lao horror film Kong Koi took place at the Vientiane Center on Saturday. The exclusive event brought together the film’s cast, director, producers, production team, invited guests, and the media for a special advance screening........More >>>
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First National Media Congress marks new chapter for journalism in the digital age
As Laos accelerates its digital transformation, the country’s media sector is preparing to enter a new era with the 1st National Media Congress, which will take place in Vientiane from July 13-15. ......More>>>

Vietnam, Laos discuss ways to strengthen defence cooperation at high-level talks
NGHE AN (VNA) -- High-level delegations from the ministries of Defence of Vietnam and Laos held talks in the central province of Nghe An on Friday as part of the third Vietnam–Laos Border Defence Friendship Exchange........More >>>
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Kuala Lumpur offers unmissable experiences during Visit Malaysia 2026
Travel between Vientiane and Malaysia is now easier than ever following the launch of direct flights between the Lao capital...More >>>

Oudomxay Provincial Administration Committee members and Ministry of Culture and Tourism officials last week cut a ribbon to mark the start of the upgrade of a road leading .....More>>>

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What should the government do to ensure specified jobs are reserved for Lao nationals?
A National Assembly member has urged the government to strictly enforce the regulations around occupations reserved for Lao citizens, to ensure they have more job opportunities, especially in lower-income...... More >>>

President praises success of Lao youth football teams
The government has congratulated the Wilaikul Naga (W.I.G. Naga) Football Club, along with the coaching staff and players of the Baysavanh FC U-10 team, on the teams’ recent achievements in international youth football competitions..........More >>>

 
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