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Thai Princess Sirindhorn Concludes Visit to Laos

Thai Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn has concluded her official visit to Laos, held from 21 to 24 April, following an invitation from Lao President Thongloun Sisoulith.  The visit aimed to further deepen the longstanding friendship and cooperation between the two neighboring countries, as they mark the 75th anniversary of diplomatic...

Lao, China Bilateral Trade Increases to USD 8.23 Billion in 2024, Marking Significant Growth

In 2024, Laos and China achieved a significant milestone in trade, with a total...

Lao Deputy Calls for Climate, Trade Cooperation

Laos’ Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Maithong Thammavongsa reaffirmed Laos’ commitment to strengthening regional...

US Judge Orders Preliminary VOA Funding Restoration in Blow to Trump

RFA REAX/AFP - A judge on Tuesday ordered President Donald Trump's administration to restore...

Boeing Jet Bound for China Sent Back to United States Amid Tariff Tensions

A Boeing jet originally built for China’s Xiamen Airlines flew back to the United...

IOM Provides Advanced Border Management Technology to Laos Department of Immigration

The International Organization for Migration (IOM) recently handed over nine of its Verifier Travel Document and Bearer (Verifier TD&B) tool to Laos' Department of...

UN Expert: Myanmar Military Imported USD 1 Billion in Weapons Since 2021 Coup

UNITED NATIONS (AP) — Myanmar’s military has imported at least USD 1 billion worth of weapons and related material from Russia, China, and other...

Laos, Vietnam, Thailand Join Hands to Boost Tech Innovation and Creativity

Makerbox Lao, University of Science and Technology Hanoi (USTH), and Khon Kaen University (KKU) Thailand came together to discuss a possible collaboration in promoting...

Top Cambodian Opposition Party Denied Registration for July Elections, Will Appeal Ruling

PHNOM PENH, Cambodia (AP) — Cambodia’s National Election Committee refused on Monday to register the opposition Candlelight Party, the sole credible challenger to the...

European Union Anticipates Increased Rice Imports from Laos

The European Union in Laos has encouraged farmers and agricultural companies in the country to export more rice to European countries. Two Ambassadors and...

Australian Foreign Affairs Minister Visits Laos to Foster Friendship and Cooperation

Australia’s Foreign Minister, Penny Wong traveled to Vientiane, Laos this week. The visit from 15-16 May, followed the successful visit to Australia by Deputy...