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- PM calls for industrial development, sustainability while touring Xekong province
Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone has emphasised the importance of sustainable industrial development, and urged business owners to uphold environmental responsibility, improve production standards and strengthen the local economy.........More>>>

- Laos, Luxembourg strengthen development cooperation with increased funding for health, nutrition       
The governments of Laos and Luxembourg have reached an understanding on increasing funding for a health and nutrition programme to improve healthcare services. .....More>>>

- National Assembly to debate, approve amendments to constitution, key laws, cabinet structure
The National Assembly (NA)’s 9th legislature will convene its second extraordinary session on March 17-20 to debate and approve amendments to the constitution (2025-version amendment).......More>>>

- Indian business operator invests in top-quality school in Vientiane
An Indian business operator, the King’s Valley Company Limited, is expected to invest more than 33 billion kip (approximately US$1.5 million) in a new high-quality educational institution, the King’s Valley International School, (KVIS) in Vientiane.......More>>>

- Lao Wood Furniture Expo 2025 highlights local craftsmanship and innovation
Vientiane is hosting the 9th Lao Wood Furniture Expo at the ITECC Exhibition Hall from March 8 to 16, 2025. The event, organised by the Lao Furniture Association in partnership with Lao ITECC, features more than 100 furniture shops from across Laos. ......More>>>

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- Foreign minister to visit China to strengthen ties

Minister of Foreign Affairs Thongsavanh Phomvihane will pay an official visit to China from March 12-14 at the invitation of his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi......More>>>

- S. Korea gives boost to flood recovery efforts in Luang Namtha

The government of the Republic of Korea has confirmed its willingness to support humanitarian relief and natural disaster recovery activities in Laos.
The Ambassador of the Republic of Korea to Laos, Mr Jung Yung-soo, reaffirmed his country’s support when handing over construction materials to help repair damage caused by storms during last year’s monsoon season. .....More>>>

- Education authorities voice concerns over chronic teacher shortage

The resignation of and disciplinary action involving education officials and teachers last year has exacerbated the chronic teacher shortage in schools across Laos, according to the Ministry of Education and Sports......More>>>

- Japan funds construction of school in Oudomxay
The Japanese government has provided grant assistance in support of education development in Oudomxay province under the Grant Assistance for Grassroots Human Security Project......More>>>

- Marble mining project kicks off in Khammuan
Khammuan authorities have given the green light to an unnamed company to explore for marble and set up a marble processing plant in Nadi village, Mahaxay district, Khammuan province, according to Lao National Radio......More>>>

- Health ministry voices concern over continuing violence against women 
Effective communication and community outreach are critical to protecting women from violence, not only to raise awareness among the public on women’s rights, but also to create a society that encourages women to seek justice and end violence against women once and for all.....More>>>

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Govt calls on hydropower developers to provide more benefits for local communities
The Ministry of Energy and Mines has asked hydropower developers to do more to help households that have been....... More >>>

La Boutique opens in Luang Prabang to showcase Lao craftsmanship
A showroom and shop called La Boutique has opened in Luang Prabang to showcase the skills of Lao weavers and other artisans and promote the country’s craftsmanship.... More >>>

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A  friendship: Chinese philanthropists bring warmth to Lao students
In the quiet classrooms of Luang Prabang’s rural primary schools on February 25, a new chapter of friendship is being written—one of warmth, generosity, and shared dreams. .....More>>>

China to pick first moon landing taikonauts from space veterans
(Global Times) -- China will select taikonauts for its first-ever manned moon landing mission from the current pool of taikonauts who have participated in spaceflight .......More >>>

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What should be done to stop the burning and indiscriminate dumping of rubbish?
Burning rubbish remains a serious environmental and health concern in Vientiane, causing air pollution and increasing the risk of fires. Despite repeated warnings from authorities and the establishment of a hotline (1523) for reporting offenders, many people ..... More >>>

Veteran Korean runner pledges support for training in Laos
A top marathon runner from the Republic of Korea, Lee Bong-Ju, plans to oragnise an athletics training academy in Laos, following his participation in the Vientiane Half Marathon on Sunday. .......More >>>

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Simple form of transport adds colour to island experience
Vientiane Times is publishing a series of articles to mark Visit Laos Year 2024. ...More >>>


 
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