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Laos and China advance cooperation in multiple fields through the "Master Plan for Building a New Type of Partnership w
Southeast Asia Information Port (www.dnyxxg.com) reports that Laos and China will continue to strengthen pragmatic cooperation in various fields based on the "Overall Plan for Building a New Type of China-Laos Community with a Shared Future (2024-2028),
China and Laos sign Memorandum of Understanding to advance the "Global Security Initiative"
Southeast Asia Information Port (www.dnyxxg.com) – China and Laos signed a memorandum of understanding on Thursday on jointly promoting cooperation under the “Global Security Initiative,” pledging to accelerate the building of a community with a shared fu
Laos and Thailand strengthen cooperation in combating human trafficking.
Southeast Asia Information Port (www.dnyxxg.com) – On March 11 and 12, government representatives from Laos and Thailand met in Vientiane, the capital of Laos, to discuss measures for cooperation in combating human trafficking.
The Lao Ministry of Labor will hold the 4th National Skills Competition in April 2025.
Southeast Asia Information Port (www.dnyxxg.com) – The Lao Ministry of Labor and Social Welfare (MLSW) will host the 4th National Skills Competition in April 2025, themed "Laos Skills Achieve Progress Regionally and Internationally," to select outstandi
Lao Beer Company celebrates International Women's Day and advocates for gender equality.
Southeast Asia Information Port (www.dnyxxg.com) – Lao Beer Company (LBC) held a series of activities aimed at empowering female employees to celebrate the 115th International Women's Day and reaffirm its commitment to gender equality.
Laos has set an economic growth target of 4.8% for 2025.
Southeast Asia Information Port (www.dnyxxg.com) – The Lao government is intensifying its efforts to achieve its 4.8% economic growth target for 2025, focusing on strengthening key industries, improving infrastructure, and stabilizing inflation.
377 prisoners were released in Laos in 2024.
Southeast Asia Information Port (www.dnyxxg.com) reports that in 2024, a total of 2,716 ordinary prisoners were pardoned, had their sentences reduced, or were released, including 357 women; 2,339 prisoners received sentence reductions, including 294 women
The Lao government has launched the 2025 population census process to update population trends.
Southeast Asia Information Port (www.dnyxxg.com) – The Lao government launched its fifth population and housing census on Friday, marking a significant step towards shaping the country's future.
Luang Prabang, Laos, wins Green Destination 100 Stories Award
Southeast Asia Information Port (www.dnyxxg.com) – Luang Prabang, a World Heritage city, has achieved significant success in sustainable tourism development, winning the 2025 Green Destinations 100 Story Award. In the “Destination Management” category, Lu
The President of Laos welcomed the presentation of credentials by ambassadors from friendly countries and also presented
Southeast Asia Information Port (www.dnyxxg.com) – On March 4, 2024, President Thongloun Sisoulith of the Lao People's Democratic Republic received credentials from ambassadors of 12 countries at the Presidential Palace in Vientiane. These ambassadors wi
Vietnam will support Laos in establishing a UN peacekeeping force.
Southeast Asia Information Port (www.dnyxxg.com) – At the invitation of General Nguyen Tan Quang, Member of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Vietnam, Standing Committee Member of the Central Military Commission, Chief of the General Staff o
Australian-funded blueberry farms take root in Champasak, Laos
Southeast Asia Information Port (www.dnyxxg.com) – A 17-hectare blueberry farm invested in by an Australian company has opened in Basong District, Champasak Province, southern Vietnam, with plans to expand to 200 hectares within the next five years, creat
Vang Vieng District in Laos aims to attract 2 million tourists by 2025.
Southeast Asia Information Port (www.dnyxxg.com) reports that Vang Vieng District in Vientiane Province aims to attract 2 million domestic and international tourists by 2025, generating an estimated 1.7 trillion Lao Kip in revenue for the entire society.
Japan has allocated $8.2 million to strengthen education development in Laos.
Southeast Asia Information Port (www.dnyxxg.com) – The Japanese government has allocated over US$8.2 million (¥1.27 billion) to fund a project to improve provincial teacher development centers in nine provinces of Laos, aiming to enhance teacher training
The 10th World Water Valley Forum and the 10th Overseas China Forum (Laos) were successfully held.
Southeast Asia Information Port News (www.dnyxxg.com) – From February 16th to 22nd, 2025, the 10th World Water Valley Forum and the 10th Overseas China Forum (Laos), along with related activities, were successfully held in Vientiane, Laos. The forum, them
Laos and Thailand sign agreement to strengthen cross-border rail travel.
Southeast Asia Information Port (www.dnyxxg.com) – With the increasing number of train passengers on the Bangkok Apivat-Vientiane (Khamsavath) line, railway operators in Laos and Thailand have agreed to work together to enhance rail connectivity.
Lao Prime Minister Somxay Siphandone visits Saigon New Port Corporation in Vietnam
Southeast Asia Information Port News (www.dnyxxg.com) – On February 23, Lao Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone led a delegation on a working visit to the New Port-Chai Lai Port, a subsidiary of the Saigon New Port Corporation of the Vietnamese Navy.
Vietnam promotes cooperation between local governments in Vietnam and Laos.
Southeast Asia Information Port (www.dnyxxg.com) – From February 18th to 20th, Vietnamese Ambassador to Laos Nguyen Minh Tam led a delegation from the Vietnamese Embassy and representatives from relevant institutions to visit Khammuon and Bolikhamxay prov
The China-Laos 500 kV power grid interconnection project has commenced.
Southeast Asia Information Port News (www.dnyxxg.com) – On February 26, 2025, the groundbreaking ceremony for the China-Laos 500 kW power transmission line project was held in Vientiane, the capital of Laos. Lao Prime Minister Somxay Siphandone, Minister
Laos calls on ASEAN to stand united and resilient in the face of global challenges.
Southeast Asia Information Port (www.dnyxxg.com) – The Deputy Prime Minister of Laos stated that enhancing ASEAN's internal unity, inclusiveness, and resilience should continue to be a key priority for ASEAN as it responds to the rapidly changing global
The 8th Congress of the Boten District Committee of Laos was held, and a new 8th District Committee Secretary and severa
Southeast Asia Information Port News (www.dnyxxg.com) – The 8th Congress of the Boten District Committee of the Communist Party of China in Sayaburi Province, Laos, officially opened on February 13th in the district conference hall. The opening ceremony w
Vietnamese President Luong Cuong met with Lao Foreign Minister Thongsavanh
Southeast Asia Information Port News (www.dnyxxg.com) – On February 13, 2025, Vietnamese President Luong Cuong met with Lao People's Revolutionary Party Central Committee Member and Minister of Foreign Affairs Thongsavanh Phomvihane at the Presidential P
Vietnam's Dien Bien Province and Laos' Phongsaly Province conduct bilateral border inspections
Southeast Asia Information Port News (www.dnyxxg.com) – On November 29th, at the tri-border area of Vietnam, Laos, and China, a cross-departmental working group from Dien Bien Province, Vietnam, and a cross-departmental working group from Phongsaly Prov
Vietnam and Laos strengthen trade promotion and tourism promotion
Southeast Asia Information Port News (www.dnyxxg.com) – On the evening of October 23, the Consulate General of Vietnam in Luang Prabang, together with representatives from northern Lao provinces, some Vietnamese provinces, the Lao Cultural Center, the Vie
Laos pledges to continue efforts to empower girls.
Southeast Asia Information Port (www.dnyxxg.com) – On the occasion of October 15th, the Day of the Girl Child, the Lao Ministry of Education and Sports and its development partners reaffirmed their commitment to ensuring gender equality and strengthening
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