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Lao President Thongloun Sisoulith ordered in-depth reforms of state-owned enterprises, targeting persistent losses.
Southeast Asia Information Port (www.dnyxxg.com) – Thongloun Sisoulith, General Secretary of the Lao People's Revolutionary Party Central Committee and President of Laos, recently ordered intensified reforms of state-owned enterprises (SOEs), explicitly
The Lao Center, the tallest building in Laos, broke ground in Vientiane and is expected to be completed and put into use
Southeast Asia Information Port News (www.dnyxxg.com) – The Lao Center project, the tallest hotel and apartment complex in the Lao People's Democratic Republic, has officially commenced construction in Ban Phap Phu Village, Sisatthana District, Vientiane
CGN's 1,000 MW power plant in Laos officially went into operation, contributing to Laos' clean energy development and
Southeast Asia Information Port (www.dnyxxg.com) – The Oudomxay Province power plant, constructed by CGN Energy Technology Laos Co., Ltd., held its commissioning ceremony on Friday. Khamseng Aly, Vice Chairman of the Oudomxay Provincial Administrative Com
A ceremony was held in Khammouane Province, Laos, to place a bust of President Kaysone Phomvihane.
Southeast Asia Information Port News (www.dnyxxg.com) Recently, a ceremony was held at the Kaysone Phomvihane Presidential Bustard Memorial in the administrative office of Saibouathon District, Khammouane Province, to place a bust of President Kaysone Pho
Lao President Thongloun Sisoulith pays tribute to Kaysone Phomvihane and calls for unity and innovation to usher in deve
Southeast Asia Information Port News (www.dnyxxg.com) On the occasion of the 50th anniversary of the founding of the Lao People's Democratic Republic (celebrated on December 2nd) and the 105th anniversary of the birth of revolutionary leader President Ka
Japan is providing over 1 billion yen in aid to help Laos improve transportation and people's livelihoods damaged by fl
Southeast Asia Information Port (www.dnyxxg.com) – Residents of Lao communities affected by the disruption of vital transportation arteries such as Highway 8 will receive improved living conditions thanks to Japanese aid. The aid, exceeding 1 billion yen
Laos' November government monthly meeting opens, focusing on highway toll scheme and deliberation of eight new laws.
Southeast Asia Information Port (www.dnyxxg.com) – The two-day Lao government monthly meeting in November officially opened on Thursday, with a focus on reviewing plans to establish toll booths on two major highways. This issue is a core agenda item.
Laos and the European Union celebrated the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations in Vientiane, marking a new chapter
Southeast Asia Information Port News (www.dnyxxg.com) On December 10, 2025, the Lao People's Democratic Republic and the European Union jointly held a ceremony in Vientiane to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations. S
LOCA Receives $2.5 Million Investment from PIDG to Accelerate Green Mobility and Charging Network Development in Laos
Southeast Asia Information Port News (www.dnyxxg.com) – LOCA Limited, a leading ride-hailing and electric vehicle mobility platform in Laos, announced that it has secured a US$2.5 million strategic investment from InfraCo, a division of the Lao Private In
The second phase of the Vientiane-Hanoi Expressway project is progressing steadily and is expected to be completed and o
Southeast Asia Information Port News (www.dnyxxg.com) – The second phase of the Vientiane-Hanoi Expressway project is progressing steadily. This 203.8-kilometer section connects Bashan District in Bolikhamxay Province, Laos, with Say Chanphong District on
Chinese and Lao governments and businesses discuss cooperation in Vientiane; the Daluan Lake Summit promotes new models
According to Southeast Asia Information Port (www.dnyxxg.com), last week, senior Lao government officials, a delegation of top Chinese entrepreneurs, and experts from the China Urban Economic Research Institute gathered in Vientiane for in-depth discussio
Tourist arrivals in Laos increased by 13% in the first ten months, exceeding 3.7 million.
Southeast Asia Information Port (www.dnyxxg.com) – According to statistics from the Lao Department of Tourism Development under the Ministry of Culture and Tourism, Laos received over 3.7 million foreign tourists in the first ten months of this year, a 13
The Vientiane Bay International Community project broke ground, with China-Laos cooperation empowering urban development
Southeast Asia Information Port News (www.dnyxxg.com) – On Monday, a milestone was reached in the development of Vientiane's city center – the Gulf International Community project officially broke ground in Nong Duan Noah Village, Si Kothabang District.
Southeast Asia's largest wind power project lands in Laos; Chinese company creates new green energy landmark.
Southeast Asia Information Port (www.dnyxxg.com) – Driving eastward from Pakse, the largest city in southern Laos, endless rice paddies are gradually replaced by rolling mountains. As the altitude increases, rows of white wind turbines wind their way alon
Vietnam and Laos deepen investment cooperation; Vietnam's investment in Laos is expected to reach US$2.5 billion by 202
Southeast Asia Information Port (www.dnyxxg.com) – Vietnamese investment in Laos continues its steady growth, with approved investment expected to reach US$2.5 billion in 2025, a 59.6% increase over the previous year. Investment is concentrated in key sec
Laos meets three UN criteria and is about to exit the list of least developed countries.
Southeast Asia Information Port (www.dnyxxg.com) – The Lao government delegation officially announced that the country has fully met the three “Least Developed Countries (LDC) Graduation Criteria” set by the United Nations and is ready to exit the transit
The Lao Finance Minister visited Vientiane Province to oversee the fifth national population and housing census.
Southeast Asia Information Port News (www.dnyxxg.com) – On December 4, 2025, a delegation led by Santapha Phomvihane, Minister of Finance of Laos and Vice Chairman of the National Population and Housing Census Steering Committee, visited Vientiane Provinc
Laos and Vietnam approve 2026 cooperation plan to deepen cooperation in multiple fields.
Southeast Asia Information Port News: On December 3, 2025, Lao Prime Minister Somsay Siphandone and Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh co-chaired the 48th Intergovernmental Committee meeting in Vientiane. The two sides approved the 2026 cooperation
Japan provides 2.865 billion yen in aid to Laos to upgrade medical facilities and deepen health cooperation between the
Southeast Asia Information Port (www.dnyxxg.com) – Japan has pledged 2.865 billion yen (approximately US$18 million) to support a project to improve referral hospitals in southern Laos, aiming to upgrade provincial hospitals into fully equipped medical ce
Lao-Vietnamese Friendship Park officially opened, witnessing the profound friendship between the two countries.
Southeast Asia Information Port News (www.dnyxxg.com) – On December 2nd, the Lao-Vietnamese Friendship Park, located in Dongmakai Village, Xaithany District, Vientiane, Laos, was officially inaugurated. This important moment coincided with the 50th annive
Laos celebrates 50th anniversary of its founding; President Thongloun Sisoulith reviews the past and looks to the future
Southeast Asia Information Port News (www.dnyxxg.com) On December 2nd, people of all ethnic groups in Laos gathered at That Luang Square in Vientiane to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the founding of the Lao People's Democratic Republic with a grand m
To Lam visits Laos to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the founding of Laos; Vietnam and Laos sign 12 agreements to dee
Southeast Asia Information Port (www.dnyxxg.com) – At the invitation of Thongloun Sisoulith, General Secretary of the Lao People's Revolutionary Party and President of Laos, General Secretary To Lam, accompanied by his wife and a high-level delegation, p
Laos granted amnesty to 2,858 prisoners, including 59 foreigners, to commemorate the 50th anniversary of its independenc
Southeast Asia Information Port (www.dnyxxg.com) – To celebrate the 50th anniversary of the founding of the Lao People's Democratic Republic on December 2, 2025 (December 2, 1975 – December 2, 2025), the Lao National Amnesty Committee announced an amnest
The Chinese diplomatic mission in Laos congratulated Laos on its 50th anniversary of independence. President Thongloun S
Southeast Asia Information Port (www.dnyxxg.com) – On Sunday, foreign diplomats stationed in Laos met with Lao President Thongloun Sisoulith, Prime Minister Somsay Siphandone, and other party and government leaders to congratulate the Lao People's Democr
Laos celebrates its 50th anniversary of independence; high-ranking guests from many countries attend.
Southeast Asia Information Port News (www.dnyxxg.com) – The Lao People's Democratic Republic celebrates its 50th anniversary with a two-day grand celebration. The country's party and government leaders and citizens will commemorate this important histor
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