Laos, Australia strengthen economic ties
Australian Ambassador to Laos Megan Jones highlighted the potential for Australian investment in the Savan-Xeno Special Economic Zone, especially in logistics and agriculture as…
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ASEAN launches guidelines for Agroecology Transitions to promote sustainable agriculture
The guidelines aim to guide the region towards more sustainable, resilient and equitable food systems.
Air pollution worsens across Laos
The Ministry of Health advises people to wear a face mask at all times when outside, to reduce inhalation of fine ash or dust.
Lao NA approves ministry mergers, amendments to constitution, laws, investment incentives
Three ministerial-equivalent bodies remain unchanged, namely the Prime Minister’s Office, State Inspection Authority, and the Bank of the Lao PDR.
Luang Prabang gears up for Lao New Year festivities
Luang Prabang is a top tourist destination year round but receives the greatest number of visitors over Pi Mai Lao when people flock to the town to observe the special traditions…
New road between Lao capital Vientiane and Thailand’s Chiang Mai cuts travel time by 3 hours
Motorists using the old route had to cross the Lao-Thai border in Thailand’s Nong Khai province, driving a distance of 863 kilometres. The new route is 629 kilometres long and…
AI seen to advance digital governance, industry, ethics in Laos
The Ministry of Technology and Communications is spearheading efforts to integrate AI into government operations and private sector industries, with a focus on key areas such as…
In Laos, four ministries merged in major restructuring
The move merged the Ministry of Planning and Investment with the Ministry of Finance, which retains its name. The Ministry of Energy and Mines was merged with the Ministry of…
Lao PM calls for stronger sustainable development, environmental protection
Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone acknowledged local efforts in farming, rearing livestock and small-scale industries, and urged authorities to prioritise environmental…
Japan pledges US$11.3m grant aid to finance Laos’ socioeconomic development
Japan’s Grant Aid project, titled “Economic and Social Development Programme” will finance and provide materials and heavy machinery to Laos for bridge rehabilitation and…