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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...

Can Laos Create a Startup Economy?

Last week, the usually sleepy capital of Vientiane was awoken amidst the commotion and hustle bustle of the 29th ASEAN Summit. Within four days, the...

Korea Western Power to Build Hydroelectric Power Plant in Laos

South Korea’s public power supplier Korea Western Power Co. announced on Sunday that it signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to jointly develop a...

Contract Extended For Poyry to Provide Services For Xayaburi Hydropower in Laos

Xayaburi Power Company and the government of Lao PDR have awarded Poyry an extension to the owner’s engineering services contract for the site supervision...

Chinese Group Wins Major Rail Contract in Laos

China Railway Group has won a $1.2bn contract to build a large section of railway through neighbouring Laos, a crucial step in China’s plan...

$648 Round Trip From LAX to Laos On Singapore Airlines

If you can decide by the end of this month, you can get a $648 round-trip ticket from LAX to Vientiane or Luang Prabang in...

Turnbull Meets With Baristas and Students At Naked Espresso in Laos

There was a spring in Malcolm Turnbull’s step as he held talks with baristas and students rather than the world leaders he has been...