Politics

Myanmar’s Leader Wraps First ASEAN Visit in Laos, Signs Mekong Dam Study

Myanmar's recently elected President, Min Aung Hlaing, who seized power in the 2021 military coup before being elected earlier this year, wrapped up his first visit to an ASEAN member state, departing Laos on 5 July The visit produced agreements on tourism cooperation and a sister-city partnership between two capital...

Lao President’s Book Donated to 22 Lao Schools Across Vientiane

More than 22 schools across Vientiane Capital received copies of President Thongloun Sisoulith’s memoir...

Laos, South Korea Sign USD 1.1 Million in Agriculture Deals

Laos and South Korea have sealed two new agriculture deals worth more than USD...

Japan Approves USD 2.3 Million Scholarship Grant for Lao Civil Servants

Japan has approved JPY 378 million (USD 2.3 million) in scholarship funding to support...

Laos, China Approve Seven New Development Projects Worth USD 3.31 Million

Laos has secured seven new development projects worth USD3.31 million under the Mekong–Lancang Special...

Labor Ministry Calls for Lao Nationals to Apply for Jobs in Laos

Laos is grappling with a severe labor shortage crisis as youths increasingly seek higher wages through employment opportunities abroad. In an effort to retain...

Top Diplomats from Laos, Timor-Leste, Vietnam Visit Beijing to Strengthen Ties

In a move aimed at bolstering bilateral relations, China is hosting a series of high-profile meetings with Southeast Asian foreign ministers, underlining its efforts...

Thailand, Laos, China in Talks for New Aviation Routes to Handle Surge in Flights

New aviation routes are under discussion between Thailand, China, and Laos to alleviate air traffic congestion. In response to an anticipated surge of 100,000 additional...

German Embassy, European Chamber of Commerce Co-host Women in Arts, Business Panel

German ambassador to Laos, Annette Knobloch, and Thiane Khamvongsa, Executive Director of the European Chamber of Commerce and Industry, hosted a celebration for International...

Australia Joins World Bank to Support Laos’ Land-Linked Agenda

Greater connectivity is a goal for Laos and a goal for ASEAN. This is why the World Bank and the Government of Laos have...

Government Faces Backlash After Notice of ‘Low’ Subsidy Raise for Civil Servants

The Lao government announced an increase in extra monthly subsidy by LAK 150,000 (USD 7.15)  for civil servants, including soldiers, police officers, retired employees,...