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Socio-Economic Development

Laos Sets New Economic Direction Under 2026–2030 Development Strategy

Laos is setting an ambitious new course for national growth as the Ministry of Industry and Commerce and the Ministry of Finance have rolled out their five-year development plans for 2026–2030, outlining strategies to accelerate industrialization, strengthen financial stability, and build a self-reliant economy. At the sixth Party Committee Congress...

Laos, Republic of Korea Celebrate 30 Years of Diplomatic Relations with Launch of Lao Digital Park

Laos and the Republic of Korea (ROK) are celebrating 30 years of diplomatic relations...

Inflation in Laos Eases to 4 Percent in October

The cost of living in Laos continues to rise, with new data from the...

Bank of Laos Targets Stronger Oversight, Digital Banking, Regional Connectivity in New Five-Year Strategy

The Bank of Laos (BOL) has unveiled a new five-year plan (2026–2030) aimed at...

Attapeu Approves Xekaman 1 Dam Tourism Development Project

Attapeu Province is taking a major step to expand its tourism sector with the...

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...

French Research Institute Discusses Ecosystem Sustainability with Lao, French Partners in Luang Prabang

On 18 to 19 November, the French National Research Institute for Sustainable Development (IRD) held a meeting in Luang Prabang, Laos, with local and...