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Socio-Economic Development

Laos Targets Five Percent Annual Growth by 2030 Amid Economic Reforms

The Lao government has unveiled an ambitious strategy aimed at boosting national growth and modernising key sectors as Laos continues to recover from years of economic instability and high inflation. At the core of this plan is a target to achieve an average annual economic growth rate of at...

Fake Facebook News Pages in Laos Mimic Real Media to Lure Victims in Online Scams

At first glance, everything looks real, the familiar logo, the breaking news post, the...

Vientiane, Kunming Hospitals Partner to Boost Cardiac Care in Laos

On 26 May, Mahosot Hospital in Vientiane Capital renewed its partnership with Fuwai Cardiovascular...

Laos Economy Shows Signs of Recovery Amid Fiscal Pressures

Laos’ economy is showing signs of recovery amidst a debt repayment peak, persistent inflation,...

Laos, Malaysia Open New Rail-Sea Trade Corridor

Laos and Malaysia have launched a new trade corridor to improve regional logistics and...

Laos to Enhance Truck Weighing Stations to Prevent Road Damage

On 26 November, Ngampasong Muangmani, Minister of Public Works and Transport, addressed concerns about road damage caused by overloaded trucks while highlighting efforts to...

YSEALI Summit 2024 Inspires Regional Collaboration Through Creative Economy

From 2 to 5 December, the Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative (YSEALI) Summit 2024 brought together 100 young leaders from across ASEAN and Timor-Leste...

United Nation Expert Calls for Greater Protection of Cultural Rights in Laos

Laos is taking significant steps to preserve its cultural heritage and celebrate ethnic diversity through various government initiatives. However, challenges remain in fully protecting...

Lao Front for National Development, UNICEF Join Forces to Drive Nationwide HPV Vaccination Campaign

The Lao Front for National Development (LFND) and United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) hosted a national media briefing in Bolikhamxay province on 3 December,...

French Ambassador Visits Holiday Inn Vientiane to Explore Schneider Electric’s Energy Solutions

French Ambassador to Laos, Siv Leng Chhuor, visited the Holiday Inn & Suites Vientiane, an InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) property, on 28 November to...

Laos Earns Over 200 ASEAN Tourism Awards, Global Acclaim

Laos continues to shine on the global tourism stage, earning 219 ASEAN Tourism Standards Awards for its dedication to sustainability and exceptional travel experiences.  On...