The Party, State, Government, National Assembly and people of Laos gathered in a rally in Vientiane on December 12 to mark the 105th birth anniversary of President Kaysone Phomvihane (December 13).
Cargo volumes handled via the China-Laos Railway reached a record high of 4.506 million tonnes between January and October, up 12.8% year-on-year, China Media Group (CMG) has reported.
The joint rehearsal featured multiple marching formations representing exemplary units from the Lao army and police, showcasing their discipline, determination, and readiness for the grand parade on the upcoming National Day.
The Lao economy has expanded at an average annual rate of 4.24%, in line with the five-year plan.
During the NA's 10th meeting, Lao legislators are set to consider the implementation results of the 9th five-year socio-economic development plan (2021–2025), the draft 10th five-year plan (2026–2030), along with budgetary and monetary plans for 2025 and 2026.
The festival is an opportunity to promote the image of a peaceful and hospitable Laos rich in cultural heritage to international friends, while attracting both domestic and foreign tourists to Vientiane and other destinations across the country.
Lao Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Public Security Vilay Lakhamfong described the Hanoi Convention as a key legal tool in the fight against cybercrime and affirmed that the signing reflects the international community’s trust in ASEAN member states' role.
As many as 37,825 families, or 133,196 individuals, were affected by Storm Fengshen across nine provinces and 35 cities and municipalities of the Philippines.
The two leaders also discussed cooperation in various areas such as politics, security, border demarcation, maintenance of peace and order along the borderline, labour, combating online scams, addressing transboundary haze pollution, economy and trade, infrastructure development, energy, tourism, and development cooperation.
The ADB said the downward revisions to growth and inflation forecasts reflect persistent economic challenges and a gradual easing of inflationary pressures.
Running from October 1 to 8, the Made in Laos Product Exhibition 2025 features a wide range of activities, from business seminars and product exhibitions to partnership networking. The event not only nurtures national pride but also raises the profile of Lao goods in global markets, while further tightening Laos’ economic and trade cooperation with partner countries, including Vietnam.
The Philippines has recorded a total of 14 deaths due to the combined effects of the southwest monsoon and three successive tropical storms, including Ragasa and Bualoi, in recent weeks.
The influence of Typhoon Ragasa will strengthen monsoon troughs over the North, the upper Northeast, and the Gulf of Thailand from September 23 to 26.
The Lao Gold Festival 2025 officially opened on September 5 evening, marking a historic event as it is held for the first time in Laos.
Laos is interested in becoming a BRICS member and is seeking cooperation with other “open mechanisms”, Lao Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone said on September 5.
Vietnam's achievements are not only a source of pride for the Vietnamese people but also great encouragement to developing countries, including Laos, according a senior Party official of Laos.
Typhoon Kajiki is bringing to Laos widespread thunderstorms, heavy rain, and strong winds, with local efforts focused on ensuring public safety and minimising damage.
Foreigners entering or exiting at the airport border gates need to register in advance via the website www.immigration.gov.la to receive a QR code valid for three days and show it at the border gate. Through the online platform, travelers will not have to fill out the traditional paper-based immigration forms.
Typhoon Kajiki is forecast to pass through Laos, bringing widespread thunderstorms, heavy rainfall, and strong winds to many areas from August 25 to 31.
On August 18 afternoon, Bokeo police intercepted a truck carrying about 6 million meth tablets (equivalent to 600kg) near the Mekong River.
Police apprehended one suspect and seized a 22-wheel truck registered in Vientiane, which had been specially modified to hide and transport the illicit substances.
This was the outcome of the 3rd meeting of the Laos - Philippines Joint Commission for Bilateral Cooperation (JCBC) on August 13, within the official visit to the Philippines by Lao Foreign Minister Thongsavanh Phomvihane.
The Lao People’s Revolutionary Party (LPRP) Central Committee’s Commission for Propaganda and Training on August 12 hosted a ceremony and exhibition marking the 75th anniversary of Mass Media and Publishing Day (August 13, 1950 – 2025).
Laos has reaffirmed its strong commitment to protecting forests and enhancing climate change adaptation, calling for deeper regional cooperation to safeguard ecosystems and promote sustainable development.
The seminar featured presentations and experience-sharing from ASEAN member states on deploying nature-based solutions and establishing sustainable financing systems for forestry.