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Laos Strengthens Connectivity with 18 Cross-Border Transmission Lines

Laos has expanded its telecommunications network, now operating 18 cross-border transmission lines with Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia, Myanmar, and China. Officials announced the development on 26 June during the 9th Ordinary Session of the National Assembly. The expansion is part of a broader upgrade to the country’s telecom infrastructure, aimed at extending...

Laos-China Railway Hits New Milestone as Cargo Value Soars Past USD 1.4 Billion

The Laos-China Railway has notched up another milestone in its rapid expansion, transporting more...

Lao National Assembly Session Concludes 9th Ordinary Session with Approval of New, Revised Legislations

The final day of the 9th National Assembly session closed with the approval of...

Laos Undertakes Major Government Reshuffle Amid Structural Reforms

The Lao government has carried out a sweeping reshuffle, replacing or reassigning nine ministers...

Laos Transfers Media Oversight to Party Committee

As part of the Lao government’s push to streamline administration, the Ministry of Information,...

ASEAN-China Special Summit Held via Video Conference

A special summit held between ASEAN nations and China was held via video conference yesterday, with the Lao delegation led by President Thongloun Sisoulith. The...

Laos Has Fully Demarcated Borders with Three Countries

Laos has fully demarcated borders with three countries, with only two countries remaining incomplete. Lao Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mr. Saleumxay Kommasit, reported at the...

Germany provides additional EUR 1.45 million to Mekong River Commission

  Germany is allocating a further EUR 1.45 million to the Mekong River Commission (MRC) to tackle development and management challenges in the Lower Mekong...

Laos Commits to Addressing Climate Change at COPS26 Conference

Laos has given its commitment to addressing climate change while attending the 26th Conference of the Parties of the United Nations Framework Convention on...

Prime Minister of Laos Orders Full-Scale Preparations for National Reopening

The Prime Minister of Laos has ordered full-scale preparations for reopening the country amid the launch of the Laos-China Railway. Lao Prime Minister, Dr. Phankham...

Vietnam Supports Laos in Fight Against Covid-19

The Vietnamese government has provided Laos with a donation of USD 2.21 million as well as medical equipment worth over USD 5,000 in support...