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Lao Government Encourages Diaspora to Reconnect, Invest in Homeland

On 12 November, the Lao government hosted a meeting in Vientiane aimed at encouraging Lao nationals and those of Lao descent living abroad to reconnect with their homeland and explore investment opportunities that can contribute to the country's socio-economic development. The event, held under the theme "Love Your Home Country"...

Laos to Enforce Ban on Unregistered, Unlabeled Food Products in 2025

The Lao Ministry of Industry and Commerce has announced new regulations, requiring all food...

Xieng Khouang to Celebrate Khao Kai Noi Festival, Showcasing Laos’ Premium Rice

Xieng Khouang Province is set to host the Khao Kai Noi Festival from 25...

That Luang Festival to Feature Over 1,600 Booths Showcasing Lao Crafts, Culture

The 2024 That Luang Festival, running from November 11 to 15, is set to...

Laos, Singapore Partner to Launch Singapore International Institute for Enhanced Vocational Training

Laos has recently advanced vocational training and education by partnering with Singapore to create...

Laos to Tighten Regulations on Gas Stations

Laos will tighten regulations on the location of fuel depots and gas stations in residential areas to ensure the safety of residents. According to a...

Laos Sees Drop in Foreign Direct Investment Inflow

Foreign direct investment (FDI) inflow to Laos decreased in 2018 amid a drop in new investment from China, a recent report has shown. FDI inflow...

WhatsApp the Most Popular Mobile App in Laos

WhatsApp is the most popular mobile application in Laos, according to a report by the Korea Trade-Investment Promotion Agency (Kotra). “WhatsApp is the most popular...

Huawei to Boost Presence in Laos amid US Sanctions

Huawei has unveiled its latest solutions in Laos such as 5G, smart cities, smart government, and Huawei Cloud in a move that would help...

Laos Cracks Down on Illegal Foreign-owned Businesses

Laos will crack down on foreign-owned businesses operating in the country without the proper permit. The Lao government has begun to inspect foreign-owned businesses to...

Laos, Thailand Sign New Cross-border Road and Rail Deal

Laos and Thailand have signed an agreement to extend road and rail connections between the two countries worth more than THB 3 billion (USD...