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Politics

New Boten-Mohan Shuttle Enhances Connectivity, Regional Integration

On 3 November, Laos and China officially launched the cross-border shuttle service between Boten and Mohan, during a ceremony attended by officials from both countries. The service is the first high-frequency international passenger line between Laos and China, enhancing connectivity and facilitating tourism, trade, and business travel. “The launch of this...

Laos Reaffirms Commitment to Inclusive Growth and Social Progress at UN Summit

Laos has reaffirmed its commitment to inclusive, people-centered development and called for stronger international...

Lao-Hmong Refugee Kaohly Her Makes History as St. Paul’s Next Mayor

State Representative Kaohly Her made history on 4 November, becoming the first woman and...

Laos Sets New Economic Direction Under 2026–2030 Development Strategy

Laos is setting an ambitious new course for national growth as the Ministry of...

Thai Ex-Pm Thaksin’s Party Elects New Leader After Daughter’s Exit

One of Thailand's largest political parties, founded by ex-premier Thaksin Shinawatra, elected a new...

Thailand to Accept Over 160,000 Migrant Workers

Thailand plans to employ more than 160,000 migrant workers to reduce the number of illegal workers entering the country without quarantine.  According to the Thai...

US Deputy Secretary of State to Visit Laos

US Deputy Secretary of State Wendy Sherman will travel to the Republic of Korea (ROK), the Philippines, Vietnam, and Laos from 5 June to...

Laos National Assembly to Find Solutions to Economic Problems at Upcoming Session

The Third Ordinary Session of the National Assembly (Ninth Legislature) of Laos will be opened on 13 June and will last through 8 July,...

Lao PM Visits Thai King

Lao Prime Minister Phankham Viphavanh paid a courtesy visit to the King and Queen of the Kingdom of Thailand yesterday evening. The visit followed...

Laos and Thailand Strengthen Relationship Following PM Talk

Thailand and Laos have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on the formation of a strategic partnership that will include broad economic and infrastructure...

Laos Slaps Stickers on Government Vehicles 

The government of Laos has begun attaching stickers to state vehicles to better control the use of state vehicles and show greater accountability to...