MoES and Australia Collaborate to Enhance Climate Resilience in Lao Primary Education
Vientiane: The Ministry of Education and Sports (MoES), with support from Australia through the BEQUAL program, is organizing a three-day workshop from 13 to 15 May 2026 to advance the development of Teacher Support Pack 15 (TSP 15) on the topic of cl…
Ministry of Finance Assesses 2025 Financial Results, Outlines 2026 Priorities
Vientiane: The Ministry of Finance on January 29, 2026, convened a meeting to review financial performance in 2025 and outline priorities for 2026, under the theme ‘Uphold the Party’s leadership, strengthen self-reliance, modernize financial managemen…
Thailand Revises Visa-Free Stay Rules for ASEAN and Neighbouring Countries
Vientiane: Thailand will introduce revised visa-free entry rules for foreign visitors from September 15, 2026, with different permitted stay periods for citizens of ASEAN countries and neighbouring states.
According to Lao News Agency, under the rev…
Meeting Praises Outcomes of the 12th Party Congress
Vientiane: A meeting to commend the outcomes of the 12th National Congress of the Lao People’s Revolutionary Party was held on January 9, 2026, at the National Culture Hall in Vientiane Capital. The meeting was attended by General Secretary Thongloun …
Meeting Praises Outcomes of the 12th Party Congress
Vientiane: A meeting to commend the outcomes of the 12th National Congress of the Lao People’s Revolutionary Party was held on January 9, 2026, at the National Culture Hall in Vientiane Capital. The meeting was attended by General Secretary Thongloun …
Meeting Praises Outcomes of the 12th Party Congress
Vientiane: A meeting to commend the outcomes of the 12th National Congress of the Lao People’s Revolutionary Party was held on January 9, 2026, at the National Culture Hall in Vientiane Capital. The meeting was attended by General Secretary Thongloun …
Arsenic Levels in Mekong River Remain Within Safe Limits in Monitoring Sites
Bokeo:Arsenic levels in the Mekong River at monitoring sites in Bokeo and Luang Prabang provinces were found to be below the applicable safety standards during sampling conducted between July and September 2026.
According to Lao News Agency, the mon…
Prime Minister Saleumxay Meets with Vietnamese Ambassador in Vientiane
Vientiane:Prime Minister Saleumxay Kommasith received Vietnamese Ambassador to Laos Nguyen Minh Tam on October 5, 2026, marking a significant diplomatic engagement following his recent appointment as Prime Minister of the Lao PDR.
According to Lao N…
National Assembly Members Push for Stronger Mineral Development Oversight
Savannakhet:National Assembly members have urged the government to enhance the management of mineral development to boost economic benefits for the state and citizens while ensuring environmental protection and local community welfare.
According to …