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International Cooperation

China-Laos Railway Powers Trade, Transports Over 54 Million Tons of Goods

Since its inception in 2021, the China-Laos Railway has transported more than 54 million tons of goods and carried over 48.6 million passengers, strengthening ties between the two nations and boosting regional trade.  The China-Laos Railway has quickly become a popular route for travelers between Laos and China. Beyond fostering...

Fortified Rice Project Launched to Help Reduce Malnutrition in Laos

On 6 March, the Government of Laos and the United Nations country representative signed...

Laos-United Kingdom Trade Reaches USD 38.3 Million in 2024

Trade between Laos and the United Kingdom totaled USD 38.3 million in 2024,  the...

Laos Set to Strengthen Pilot Training, Improve Aviation Safety

Laos is set to strengthen its aviation sector through expanded pilot training and safety...

Laos, Japan Celebrate 70 Years of Diplomacy with New Projects

On 5 March, Laos officially marked the 70th anniversary of its diplomatic relations with...

Laos Urges Sustainable Water Use at Asia-Pacific Water Summit

Lao Prime Minister Phankham Viphavanh called for concerted efforts to ensure the effective and sustainable use of water resources while addressing the fourth Asia-Pacific...

Ukraine President Zelensky asks Asian Countries to Change their Attitude Toward Ukraine

Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Saturday said he hoped Asian nations would “change their attitude” towards his country. Speaking at a press conference on Saturday,...

Laos PM Attends Water Summit, Talks Ukraine While in Japan

Lao Prime Minister Phankham Viphavanh met with Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida on the sidelines of the 4th Asia-Pacific Water Summit (APWS) to discuss...

Laos Urges End to US Embargo on Cuba

President of the National Assembly of Laos, Mr. Xaysomphone Phomvihane, affirmed on Friday that Laos, its Party and government, urge that the United States...

Japan Provides USD 5 Million for UXO Clearance Programs in Laos

Japan is to provide grant aid of USD 5 million for the acceleration of Unexploded Ordnance (UXO) clearance programs in Laos. Exchange Notes for an...

Japan Supports Laos through Covid-19 Pandemic

The Japanese government has continued to expand its support for Laos during this unprecedented period of uncertainty. The Covid-19 pandemic has been difficult for countries...