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3 February 2026


-First shipment of Lao bananas sent to Chongqing by rail
A freight train loaded with bananas grown in Laos has arrived in Chongqing, China, marking a milestone in Laos-China trade as the first shipment to use a fully dedicated, end-to-end rail transport system between the two countries.......More>>>

- Ministry imposes dust control, speed restrictions on trucks
The Ministry of Public Works and Transport has issued a nationwide directive requiring heavy transport operators to follow dust control measures and reduce........More>>>

- Luang Prabang secures 21 ASEAN tourism awards Caption: The National Museum is one of several places in Luang
Luang Prabang has reinforced its position as a regional leader in sustainable tourism, securing 21 awards at the ASEAN Tourism Forum 2026 in Cebu city, the Philippines. .....More>>>

- President Thongloun to pay state visit to Cambodia
President of the Lao People’s Democratic Republic, Thongloun Sisoulith, will lead a high-level government delegation on a state visit to Phnom Penh in the Kingdom of Cambodia on February 6-7. ......More>>>

- AI Impact Summit, New Delhi, February19-20, 2026
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is the ability of machines to perform tasks that normally require human intelligence. It enables systems to learn from experience, .......More>>>

- EASY GOLD expands gold payment channels through M Money X, making transactions easier than ever
EASY GOLD has entered into a strategic partnership with M Money X, marking the launch of gold purchasing .......More>>>
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- Light and colour wow crowds at Vat Phou Festival
The ancient Vat Phou temple complex in Champasak province was filled with colour, light and a sense of pride during the annual Vat Phou Festival, ......More>>>

- Lao Federation of Trade Unions marks 70th anniversary
The Lao Federation of Trade Unions (LFTU) held a grand ceremony on Monday to celebrate its 70th anniversary, with senior government officials attending the event at the National Convention Centre in Vientiane.....More>>>

- Trial run of Ed App begins in boost to non-formal education
 The Ministry of Education and Sports has begun pilot testing a new mobile learning platform called the Ed App, aiming to modernise education and bridge gaps in traditional learning systems in Laos.....More>>>

- US funds provincial office, facilities for UXO Lao in Luang Prabang
The US government has provided funding support of US$2.5 million for a new provincial office and other facilities for use by UXO Lao in their operations in Luang Prabang......More>>>

- Savannakhet highway upgrade to boost regional transport links
Motorists travelling on National Highway No. 9 in Savannakhet province are enjoying improved road conditions as the upgrade of the highway continues under the supervision of the Ministry of Public Works and Transport......More>>>

- Govt seeks to strengthen Tourism Fund through revised decree
The Ministry of Culture and Tourism is refining a draft decree on the Tourism Fund, aiming to generate income for tourism development, contribute to the state budget, and enhance the management of tourism for quality and sustainable growth.......More>>>
 
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Govt opens opportunities for private sector investment through Carbon Credit Decree
The government is advancing private sector participation in carbon markets through the adoption and nationwide dissemination of the Carbon Credit Decree, ........ More >>>

Jimmy finishes 5th at Veiled Cup singing contest in the Republic of Korea
Lao singer Jimmy has won a creditable 5th place at the Veiled Cup Singing Competition, an Asian contest held in the Republic of Korea.
He was one of three singers representing Laos at the competition, which brought...... More >>>
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Lao People’s Army evolves into modern fighting force
The Lao People’s Army has undergone significant changes over the years and has become a more modern and stronger force under the leadership of the Lao People’s Revolutionary Party..........More>>>

China’s top diplomat holds strategic dialogue with Russian Federation Security Council secretary
BEIJING (Xinhua) -- China’s top diplomat Wang Yi met with Sergei Shoigu, secretary of the Russian Federation Security Council, in Beijing.
Wang, a member of the Political.,.......More >>>

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What do you think of this year’s Lao Food Festival?
The annual Lao Food Festival has returned, organised by the Lao Businesswomen’s ....... More >>>

Laos’ U12 squad reprises footballing magic in China
Lao youth football sensation WIG Naga made a resounding start at the Panyi Elite New Year Cup 2026 in Shanghai, China, on Monday morning, with both their U10 and U12 squads securing emphatic victories in their opening matches. ....More >>>
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Exploring Guangxi’s must-sees: where songs, silk and villages tell their stories
From mountain chants echoing across valleys to silk threads travelling from rural workshops to global fashion houses,  ...More >>>

Vice President Mrs Pany Yathotou, other government leaders and members of the public on Monday offer alms to monks during the Sikhottabong Stupa Festival in Khammuan province.......More>>>

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