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International Cooperation

ASEAN Economic Ministers Say No to Retaliation in Response to US Tariffs

Ministries from the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) expressed "deep concern" over unilateral tariffs introduced by the United States.  The statement, adopted during their virtual Special ASEAN Economic Ministers’ Meeting on 10 April, highlights potential disruptions to global trade.  The ten ASEAN nations, unexpectedly hit hard by President Trump's recent...

First Lao-Thai Friendship Bridge Marks 31st Anniversary

The First Lao-Thai Friendship Bridge marks its 31st anniversary on 8 April.  Opened in 1994,...

Vietnam Seeks US Tariff Delay as Economic Growth Slows in First Quarter

By Lam NGUYEN/AFP - Vietnam has asked for a last-minute delay to colossal tariffs...

Bus-Rapid-Transit Road Rushing to be Completed Before Lao New Year

Vientiane is committed to completing the construction of the Setthathirath Bus Rapid Transit (BRT)...

Lao Business Forum Highlights Progress, Challenges, Path Forward for Private Sector Development

At the 16th Lao Business Forum, held at the Don Chan Palace in Vientiane...

US-Lao Ties in Focus: Blinken Addresses Global Issues, UXO Clearance

From 8 to 11 October, Vientiane welcomed United States Secretary of State Antony Blinken.  Throughout his visit and during the 44th and 45th ASEAN Summits,...

Laos, Japan to Boost Cooperation on Green Energy, Infrastructure

Laos and Japan are set to deepen their economic partnership, with a focus on enhancing Laos's connectivity and sustainability. During a meeting between Japanese...

Global Leaders Join ASEAN Summit in Vientiane to Address Regional, International Challenges

The official ceremony for the 44th and 45th ASEAN Summits and related meetings took place on 9 October in Vientiane. President Thongloun Sisoulith and...

Educators Convene in Laos to Boost Rural Learning Access

The Southeast Asian Ministers of Education Organization Regional Centre for Community Education Development (SEAMEO CED) hosted the 6th International Seminar on Community Education Development...

Laos, Thailand Strengthen Ties with Six New Cooperation Agreements

On 8 October, Laos and Thailand signed six cooperation agreements on water resource management, civil service collaboration, and rail freight transport. Lao Prime Minister Sonexay...

Laos Chairs 28th APSC Meeting on ASEAN Security, Integration

On 8 October, at the National Convention Center, Saleumxay Kommasith, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Laos, led the 28th ASEAN...