- ADB approves US$41 million to strengthen primary healthcare in Laos
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a US$41 million financing package to enhance the delivery and resilience of primary health care services in Laos, with a strong focus on climate adaptation and equity in health access.
This initiative, titled the Green Primary Care Project, is designed to support the government’s efforts in building a more inclusive, climate-resilient, and sustainable health system, particularly in rural and vulnerable communities.......More>>>
- Laos sets sights on becoming a blockchain hub with first Blockchain Fest 2025
Laos will host the first Lao Blockchain Fest 2025 under the theme “Building Resilient Future-Chain”, creating opportunities for domestic and international startups as well as regional businesses to help position the country as a hub for blockchain technology and finance. The event will take place in Vientiane on November 21–22, Minister of Technology and Communications Prof. Dr Boviengkham Vongdara told a press conference last week....More>>>
- Army conducts parade practice for 50th anniversary of National Day
Preparations for celebrations marking the 50th anniversary of the founding of the Lao People’s Democratic Republic are well underway, with the Public Security forces holding parade practices at the People’s Security Academy. Deputy Minister of Public Security and Head of the General Department of Politics, Major General Khonsavanh Somphaxay, last week inspected the training to ensure that all preparations were carried out properly......More>>>
- Japan alumni of Laos host International Symposium, push for TOWARDS SUSTAINABLE FOOD SYSTEM, Cooperation for Climate-Smart Agriculture and Innovation ASEAN-JAPAN
The Japan Alumni of Laos (JAOL) hosted the 23rd International Symposium in Vientiane on September 12 to boost cooperation on sustainable food systems and climate-smart agriculture.
The event, held at the Lao Plaza Hotel, gathered experts, researchers and alumni networks from Japan and the 10 ASEAN member states, with strong backing from the Asia Japan Alumni (ASJA) International and the ASEAN Council of Japan Alumni (ASCOJA).....More>>>
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- Luang Prabang gears up for annual lighted boat festival
Luang Prabang is preparing to host the annual Lighted Boat Festival, one of the most anticipated events of the year, with dazzling illuminations, traditional rituals, and community celebrations scheduled from October 5-8. From October 5-7, Phou Si hill, a prominent landmark in the heart of Luang Prabang, will be beautifully decorated, while temples across the city will glow with lanterns and candlelight............More>>>
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Lao Ambassador to Malaysia hails unique solidarity and friendship with Vietnam
Kula Lumpur (VNA) -- Lao Ambassador to Malaysia Thepthavone Sengmany on September 12 paid a visit to the Vietnamese Embassy to extend congratulations on the occasion of the 80th anniversary of Vietnam’s National Day (September 2, 1945 – 2025). Thepthavone conveyed heartfelt congratulations to Vietnamese Ambassador Dinh Ngoc Linh and the embassy’s staff, expressing pride and joy at the remarkable achievements the Vietnamese people have made over the past 80 years.....More>>>
- Automotive industry association steps up to boost sector growth
The Lao Automotive Industry Association, in collaboration with the Ministry of Labour and Social Welfare, has developed a modernised training curriculum aligned with national automotive skills standards, aiming to build a highly skilled workforce to meet the needs of the country’s expanding automotive industry.........More>>>
- 30 billion kip injected to boost Lao SMEs through new partnership
The Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) Promotion Fund has signed an agreement with the Agricultural Promotion Bank (APB) to channel 30 billion kip in low-interest loans to micro, small and medium enterprises, aiming to accelerate the growth of local businesses.......More>>>
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Is India a ‘Tariff King’? Not Really
There is a widespread but fallacious perception that India’s tariffs are inordinately high. There are subjective factors when it comes to a country like livability, public courtesy, or even how foreigners are welcomed. But tariffs are quantifiable and there should really be no place for subjectivity.
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