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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...

Deputy PM Pushes for Speedy Mother and Child Health Improvements

Deputy Prime Minister has called on the Ministry of Health to speed up improvements to health services for mothers and their children especially at...

Laos Utilises Cooperatives to Support Agricultural Growth

Laos need to create the national committee for development of cooperation aiming to support and helping the agriculture sector in its expansion efforts. For several...

Laos, Singapore Cooperate in Cyber Protection

Laos' Ministry of Posts and Telecommunications is working in collaboration with Portcullis Technologies Singapore in the development of the nation's cyber protection. A seminar on...

Water Supplies and Sanitation Aiming for Sustainability

The specific goal of the Lao water supply and sanitation sector is focusing on safety, stability and sustainability to improve people's living condition and...

Laos Prepares for Face-to-face EU FLEGT, VPA Negotiations

The Forest Law Enforcement Governance and Trade (FLEGT) technical working group yesterday met in Vientiane to discuss finalised key parts of the draft timber...

ASEAN Strengthens Cooperation on Disaster Response

Military officers from ASEAN countries and dialogue partners met in Vientiane yesterday to discuss ways forward in their cooperation for more effective humanitarian assistance...