Laos, Hong Kong ink customs action plan to boost trade
The signing of the action plan comes after this year’s historic visit to Laos by Hong Kong’s Chief Executive John Lee in July when both sides signed 12 agreements as part of…
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Laos, Cambodia agree to strengthen cooperation
During an official meeting, the two PMs and their teams had bilateral talks on cooperation in socio-economic progress and reviewed bilateral work across various sectors.
Lao Ministry of Information, Culture and Tourism drives improvements in tourism standards
The efforts aim to establish clear guidelines for entrepreneurs, ensuring sustainable development and compliance with regulations.
Four of six countries where infections have surged by more than 100% since 2010 are in Asia-Pacific
In Asia and the Pacific, there are 17 AIDS-related deaths every hour and a new HIV infection every two minutes. From 2010 to 2023, new infections increased in Bangladesh (20%),…
Laos, China agree on shared product standards
The agreement was signed during a meeting in Vientiane on Tuesday to discuss the regulations around Lao and Chinese alcohol standards.
Laos, US partner to expand access to justice for women and children
Globally, almost one in three women have experienced physical or sexual violence at least once in their life, and many suffer in silence. This occurs similarly in Laos.
ASEAN, China beef up ties in defence, security
Lao Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Defence General Chansamone said the meeting was a good opportunity for ASEAN and Chinese ministers to meet, strengthen mutual…
Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia hold annual defence ministerial meeting
Vietnamese Minister of National Defence General Phan Van Giang noted that the ties are essential for maintaining peace, stability, and development in each nation.
ASEAN members strengthen defence cooperation
Closer cooperation between ASEAN countries was the main topic of discussion by ASEAN defence ministers, who convened at the National Convention Centre in Vientiane, Laos.
Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia hold joint search, rescue exercise
The joint drill aims to strengthen cooperation between the nations' armies, support one another in case of natural disasters, provide prompt help for people affected by natural…