Laos, South Korea expand agricultural cooperation
As the chair of ASEAN, Laos has been playing a pivotal role in cooperation in the ASEAN region under the theme ‘Enhancing Connectivity and Resilience’. With the year 2024…
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Lao tourism eyes bright future under new leadership
Mr Inthy Danesavanh, who has been elected as President of the Lao Tourism Association, is a veteran of the tourism industry.
Lao government agrees to increase monthly allowance for low-paid workers
In total, including their salary, workers must receive no less than 2.5 million kip per month (US$113).
ASEAN accelerates SDG implementation, Lao PM Sonexay tells UNGA
PM Sonexay also addressed developments in Myanmar, saying Laos, as the Chair, continues to uphold the ASEAN’s commitment to assisting Myanmar in finding a peaceful and durable…
Floods affect almost 6,000 teachers, children in Laos’ Luang Namtha
Floodwaters ravaged buildings and equipment and many schools are still closed, with the provincial Education and Sports Department unable to say when they might reopen.
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…
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…