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20 April 2026

- President shares in temple rites as Lao New Year festivities unfold
President Thongloun Sisoulith led Lao New Year (B.E. 2569) observances in Vientiane on Tuesday April 14, joining other Party and State leaders in temple visits as the nationwide celebration of Sangkhane Luang—the first day of the festival—got into full swing...........More>>>

- Govt moves to create investment fund to strengthen economic stability
The government has taken the breakthrough steps towards the establishment of a national investment fund, marking a shift to more structured and professional management of national wealth to strengthen macroeconomic resilience and unlock state asset value........More>>>

- Vientiane train station becomes symbol of Laos-China friendship and modern transport hub
Vientiane railway station was described as being a powerful symbol of Laos-China friendship as well as a key transport hub, during a visit to the station by Lao and Chinese media personnel on Friday.......More>>>

- Lao Brewery Company supports personnel fighting wildfires in Vientiane
The Lao Brewery Company (LBC) is providing vital assistance to emergency personnel battling widespread wildfires across three districts of the capital, .......More>>>

- Standards as the guiding forceChina-Laos vocational education cooperation enters new stage of institutionalisation
Against the backdrop of the continuous and in-depth advancement of the China-Laos Community with a Shared Future, vocational education, as a key area of bilateral educational cooperation, has been playing an increasingly significant role in promoting.........More>>>

- LOCA becomes first company to provide EV charging coverage nationwide
Vientiane, Lao PDR — LOCA has become the first company to establish fast EV charging network coverage across all 18 provinces of Laos with a total of 78 stations, marking a major milestone in the country’s journey towards electric mobility and sustainable transport........More>>>


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- Lao, Vietnamese advertising firms move to strengthen business ties   
Members of the Lao Sign Association, Ho Chi Minh City Advertising Association and the Mekong Business Club of Vietnam met in Vientiane on April 10 for a networking session aimed to strengthen cooperation.  ....More>>>

- New bus route eases travel between Laos and China
A new chapter in Laos-China ties began on April 11 with the launch of a bus service between Yunnan province in southwest China and neighbouring Luang Namtha province in northern Laos.....More>>>

- Bokeo police ramp up vehicle control
The Traffic Police Department in Bokeo province has confiscated and disposed of vehicle licence plates that were found to be used illegally, along with modified motorcycle parts, as part of efforts to strengthen vehicle-related law enforcement....More>>>

- Vientiane comes alive with vibrant Lao New Year celebrations
The city came alive with colour, music and spiritual devotion as residents and visitors gathered to celebrate the Lao New Year through a mix of traditional ceremonies and festive activities....More>>>

- Govt assesses extent of fire damage in Phou Phanang protected area
More than 1,400 hectares of forest have been destroyed by fire in the Phou Phanang National Protected Area in Sangthong district, Vientiane....More>>>

- Railway provides jobs, builds skills, boosts growth
The Laos-China Railway is creating jobs, building skills and hastening Laos’ development as services expand and cross-border travel becomes faster and more convenient....More>>>

- Media tour shines spotlight on benefits of Laos-China railway 
The Laos-China Railway boosts jobs, tourism, and economic growth, with these valuable contributions to development highlighted at the closing ceremony of a Laos-China media tour on April 18.......More>>>

- From Luang Prabang to Vientiane, Lao New Year celebrations unite communities
Lao New Year celebrations across Laos brought together communities in a colourful display of traditional customs, ranging from religious ceremonies to..........More>>>

- Digital empowerment: new breakthroughs in co-constructing and sharing digital resources for vocational education
In response to the trend of digitalisation in education, the Ministry of Education and Sports of Laos, together with Chinese institutions and the Higher Education Press, jointly established the "Lao National Vocational Education Digital Intelligence Cloud Platform", .....More>>>

- Industry-education integration: special programmes and bilingual textbooks empower talent development
In recent years, a preliminary pattern of "government, institution, and enterprise" collaborative talent cultivation has taken shape in Lao vocational education, with a number of specialised training workshops being successively established.....More>>>

- Tai Lue festival adds colour to Pi Mai Lao celebrations in Luang Prabang
The ongoing Pi Mai Lao celebrations are creating a festive and vibrant atmosphere throughout Luang Prabang, where locals and visitors are joyfully taking part in age-old rituals and community events in the UNESCO-listed heritage town....More>>>

- Pi Mai Lao: A season of renewal, gratitude and forgiveness
 Beneath the laughter, water splashes and vibrant celebrations of Pi Mai Lao, a quieter, more meaningful tradition unfolds within Lao homes—one centred on gratitude, forgiveness and renewal....More>>>

- Chinese top leader hosts official welcome ceremony for Party General Secretary, State President of Vietnam
BEIJING (VNA/VNS) -- General Secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee and President of China Xi Jinping and his spouse hosted an official welcome ceremony in Beijing on Wednesday morning for General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) Central Committee and State President To Lam and his spouse who are paying a state visit to China......More>>>

- Cross-border passenger service of China-Laos Railway marks 3 years, boosting cross-border travel, connectivity
VIENTIANE (Xinhua) -- The China-Laos Railway cross-border passenger service is set to mark its third anniversary, representing a significant milestone in regional connectivity and cultural exchange. Linking Kunming in southwest China's Yunnan province with the Lao capital Vientiane, the railway enables same-day travel between the two cities, significantly reducing journey time while bringing the people of China and Laos closer together.....More>>>

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Malaysia showcases top attractions at tourism promotion event in Vientiane
Tourism Malaysia Vientiane, in collaboration with the Embassy of Malaysia........ More >>>

Lao rapper Gemini Pk Highbros drops new song for Lao New Year
Lao rapper Gemini Pk Highbros is celebrating the Lao New Year........ More >>>

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The living traditions of Pi Mai Lao
The vibrant traditions of Pi Mai Lao, or Lao New Year, have been passed down through generations, remaining deeply rooted in the lives of the Lao people today. ........More>>>

Vietnam, China issue joint statement on deepening Comprehensive Strategic Cooperative Partnership in new era
HANOI (VNS/VNA/ANN) -- Vietnam and China have issued a Joint Statement on further deepening the Comprehensive......More >>>

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What were your impressions of the Lao New Year festivities?
People nationwide enjoyed celebrating Pi Mai Lao (Lao New Year) last week, the most important and anticipated festival in the Lao calendar,  and a time of merry-making and traditional rituals. Vientiane Times asked a cross-section of the population ..... More >>>

Lao lads reach semis of ASEAN U-17 Boys’ Championship
Following a triumphant 3-2 defeat of Thailand on Saturday in the last match of Group stage competition at the ASEAN U-17 Boys’ Championship in Indonesia, Laos will play in the semi-finals on April 22.
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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 >>>


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