- Laos, Australia vow to cement ties
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Saleumxay Kommasith and Australian Minister for Foreign Affairs Penny Wong have agreed to work together to enhance relations and broaden cooperation between Laos and Australia. . . ...More>>>
-New health helpline service launched at railway stations
A new scheme to provide counselling on sexual and reproductive health is being set up at railway stations in Laos, as a way of making information about these services available to the public. . . ...More>>>
-Rail operator offers 5 percent discount on train tickets
The Laos-China Railway Company Limited and UnionPay International (UPI) have set up a 5 percent discount on train tickets purchased online through UnionPay, with the special offer to run from May 15 to August 15.
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- Vietnam provides more scholarships for Lao students
The Vietnamese government has provided 35 scholarships for students in Luang Prabang province, funding their studies in several fields at Vietnamese educational institutions during the 2023-24 academic year. . ...More>>>
- Bokeo police seize 150 packages
of crystal meth in latest drug bust
Police who chased a pick-up truck passing through Bokeo province last week found 150 packages bags of crystal meth, but the driver fled the scene and evaded arrest, according to a report in the Lao Security News. . ...More>>>
- Laos and Australia partner on sustainable energy
The new Laos-Australia Sustainable Energy Partnership (LASEP) will expand cooperation to support Laos’ sustainable energy transition, with the focus on stronger planning and greater understanding of renewable energy technology. . ...More>>>
EU expects to import more Lao rice
The European Union (EU) and the embassies of European countries in Laos are working to encourage more rice exports to markets in Europe ...More>>>
