Laos hosts ASEAN Socio-cultural Council conference
The aim of the ASEAN Socio-Cultural Community Council is to ensure that people enjoy a good standard of living and sustainable development, learn about the diverse cultures within…
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US, Laos celebrate achievements in fight against human trafficking
Speaking at the ceremony, USAID’s Assistant Administrator for Asia, Mr Schiffer highlighted the expanding partnership between the United States and Laos under the US-Lao PDR…
ASEAN Defence Seniors eye enhanced security cooperation
The ASEAN Defence Ministers Meeting is the highest defence consultative and cooperative mechanism in ASEAN.
ASEAN members mull upgrade of FTA with Australia, New Zealand
Some 200 participants representing the public and private sectors from all ASEAN-Australia-New Zealand Free Trade Area members attended the meeting.
US, Laos expand partnership to advance rule of law in Laos
USAID Country Representative to Laos, Mr Michael McCord, highlighted the partnership with the Ministry of Justice, National Institute of Justice and BABSEACLE in promoting access…
ASEAN+3 strengthen economic ties with over US$1 trillion in trade
Trade between ASEAN and its key partners, China, Japan and South Korea, represented 32.1 percent of ASEAN’s total trade value.
Australia’s Assistant Trade Minister to visit Laos for ASEAN meetings
This year marks 50 years since Australia became the first dialogue partner of the 10-member regional bloc.
ASEAN mayors agree on key steps for sustainable urban development
Five key thematic areas were discussed: sustainable and liveable cities, green tourism, sustainable economic development, environmentally sustainable cities, and climate…
Laos, ASEAN partners discuss challenges to water security
The meeting focused on numerous pressing challenges facing the ASEAN and Mekong regions, including the impacts of climate change, disaster-related events such as floods, droughts…
ASEAN governors mull ways to strengthen city resilience, regional connectivity
Leaders from across the region discussed strategies for improving infrastructure, fostering sustainable development, and strengthening partnerships to ensure a more connected and…