ASEAN marks progress towards sustainable capital markets
The Lao Securities Commission Office and the Asian Development Bank on Tuesday hosted an event in Vientiane to mark the 20th anniversary of the ASEAN Capital Markets Forum. The…
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Laos, Myanmar ink pact on migrant workers
The two governments will require registration, recognition and verification of workers to protect their legal rights and interests.
Laos hails ASEAN Inter-Parliamentary Assembly chairmanship, resolutions adopted
The 45th General Assembly of the ASEAN Inter-Parliamentary Assembly (AIPA-45) yielded productive results, with 37 resolutions considered and adopted after a series of meetings…
45th ASEAN Inter-Parliamentary Assembly to see push for shared benefits
Some of the key challenges set to be raised during the General Assembly include regional conflicts, natural disasters, climate change, and economic and financial difficulties.
Lao, Russian foreign ministers discuss bilateral cooperation
The two foreign ministers discussed various aspects of bilateral cooperation in the past, emphasising that political and security cooperation is getting stronger due to this…
UN chief hails ASEAN as bridge for peace
Secretary-General of the United Nations António Guterres commended ASEAN for its ongoing constructive role in defusing tensions occurring in various parts of the world by…
ASEAN Summits conclude, Malaysia takes over Chairmanship from Laos
Sixteen summits were convened in all, which PM Sonexay described as complete ‘successes’. “We had frank, candid, and constructive discussions on regional and international…
Laos, EU strengthen cooperation in key areas
PM Sonexay welcomed President Michel’s first official visit to Laos, emphasising its significance in strengthening the long-standing friendship between the two partners.
Laos, Thailand sign six cooperation agreements
The two prime ministers and their delegations evaluated various aspects of the current state of cooperation between Laos and Thailand and determined the direction of future…
Lao PM Sonexay says AI is needed for ASEAN private sector to take the lead on digital economy
The Prime Minister noted that ASEAN will continue capitalising on opportunities to promote digital integration and innovation, ensuring relevant sectors are prepared for the…