Laos

In the last 5 minutes
Japan’s English skills crash to record low, behind Laos and Vietnam South China Morning Post00:09
Yesterday
Overseas jobs racket trap Indians, over 6,700 rescued from Cambodia, Myanmar, Lao Pdr Indian Express14:15 11-Dec-25
Lao students lead innovation at National Symposium on Social Protection International Labour Organization08:51 11-Dec-25
Lee, Laotian president to hold summit talks early next week The Korea Times06:00 11-Dec-25
In the last 7 days
Cirsa founder Manuel Lao Hernández exits Sacyr Global Capital18:13 10-Dec-25
Sacyr stock falls after major shareholder exits position Investing.com10:22 10-Dec-25
Petrolimex extends deadline for asset sales in Laos until mid-2026 Viet Nam News07:09 10-Dec-25
First Person: Small acts, lasting impact, boost dignity for women in Lao PDR United Nations (Press Release)21:49 9-Dec-25
Azerbaijan, Laos hold first political talks News.az16:55 9-Dec-25
Baku, Vientiane hold first consultations on bilateral, international cooperation PHOTO Caliber.AZ16:05 9-Dec-25
Peace committees promote role of people-to-people diplomacy between Việt Nam, Laos Viet Nam News14:39 9-Dec-25
Azerbaijan, Laos discuss key areas of political, economic, and humanitarian co-op (photo) Trend News Agency14:27 9-Dec-25
New Project Launches to Strengthen Early Warning Systems in Cambodia and Lao People's Democratic Republic World Meteorological Organization14:11 9-Dec-25
Grant Aid to the Lao People's Democratic Republic: Signing and Exchange of Notes on “the Food Assistance Programme” Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan (Press Release)09:50 9-Dec-25
Laos seeks Việt Nam’s help to train journalists, adopt AI in media Viet Nam News02:16 9-Dec-25
Pacific islands face tech woes; Vietnam, Laos seek digital ties CoinGeek06:07 8-Dec-25
Vietnamese, Lao police forces foster security cooperation Viet Nam News11:31 7-Dec-25
'Liverpool's first Laotian restaurant' set to open in city Liverpool Echo12:00 6-Dec-25
NHRC notes risks of Laos dam Bangkok Post00:41 6-Dec-25
Việt Nam, Laos promoting people-to-people exchanges to elevate ties Viet Nam News15:13 5-Dec-25
Respected Comrade Kim Jong Un Receives Reply Message from Lao President KCNA13:43 5-Dec-25
Việt Nam, Laos deepen cooperation in front work, mass mobilisation, religious affairs Viet Nam News10:46 5-Dec-25
Feature: 4 years on, China-built cross-border railway gains popularity, unlocks opportunity in Laos People's Daily05:32 5-Dec-25
In the last month
PM’s Laos visit advances strategic cohesion in Việt Nam–Laos relations Viet Nam News15:07 4-Dec-25
Laos-Việt Nam friendship hospital in Houaphanh inaugurated Viet Nam News14:56 4-Dec-25
Xanh SM signs strategic deal with AVILA to boost green mobility in Laos Viet Nam News13:12 4-Dec-25
Michigan man home after fighting ICE detention, and 4 other major stories Kalamazoo Gazette, Michigan10:10 4-Dec-25
48th meeting of Inter-Governmental Committee strengthens Việt Nam – Laos strategic cohesion Viet Nam News08:03 4-Dec-25
Is the Economic Crisis in Laos Coming to an End? The Diplomat07:34 4-Dec-25
Vietnam and Laos elevate bilateral relations: Significance of Lam’s visit The Times of India07:21 4-Dec-25
Moody’s upgrades Laos’ ratings to Caa2 on improved market access Investing.com18:42 3-Dec-25
Businesses key driver of Việt Nam – Laos economic, trade and investment ties Viet Nam News13:35 3-Dec-25
PM underscores unwavering support for Laos in meeting with Lao Party chief, President Viet Nam News12:33 3-Dec-25
Party chief's state visit opens up new chapter in Việt Nam–Laos ties: FM Viet Nam News11:54 3-Dec-25
Việt Nam-Laos enhance health care co-operation Viet Nam News10:55 3-Dec-25
Vietnamese, Lao PMs co-chair Intergovernmental Committee’s 48th meeting in Vientiane Viet Nam News10:49 3-Dec-25
Grant Aid to the Lao People's Democratic Republic: Signing and Exchange of Notes on “the Project for the Improvement of … Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan (Press Release)09:33 3-Dec-25
Greetings to Lao Prime Minister KCNA09:13 3-Dec-25
Greetings to Lao FM KCNA09:13 3-Dec-25
Việt Nam remains loyal friend, comrade of Laos: ambassador Viet Nam News04:47 3-Dec-25
Hà Nội, Vientiane agree to further step up comprehensive cooperation Viet Nam News04:05 3-Dec-25
China's top political advisor pays official visit to Laos Xinhua Agency03:27 3-Dec-25
· Xi Jinping Sends Congratulatory Message to General Secretary of the Central Committee of the Lao People's… Chinese Embassy in the US02:57 3-Dec-25
Xi Jinping Sends Congratulatory Message to General Secretary of the Central Committee of the Lao People's Revolutionary … Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China02:56 3-Dec-25
"Dedicated to advancing our civilizational bonds": Eam Jaishankar greets Laos on National Day AniNews.in16:12 2-Dec-25
Vietnamese Party chief successfully wraps up state visit to Laos Viet Nam News15:52 2-Dec-25
Việt Nam assists Laos to build new public security command centre Viet Nam News14:41 2-Dec-25
Việt Nam, Laos issue joint statement on occasion of Vietnamese Party chief's visit Viet Nam News14:31 2-Dec-25
Việt Nam, Laos to set strategic directions for next cooperation phase: Deputy FM Viet Nam News14:13 2-Dec-25
Việt Nam, Laos agree to effectively implement defence cooperation plan for 2026 Viet Nam News14:10 2-Dec-25
Vietnamese, Lao leaders stress strategic cooperation in high-level Party meeting Viet Nam News14:10 2-Dec-25
Vietnamese Party chief visits former top leaders of Laos Viet Nam News14:00 2-Dec-25
Thai AirAsia starts new Hà Nội-Luang Prabang route Viet Nam News13:09 2-Dec-25
Over 300 Attend China-ASEAN Legal Cooperation Talks in Chongqing Antara News10:42 2-Dec-25
Amir sends congratulations to President of Lao Gulf Times09:39 2-Dec-25
Lao Embassy Here Hosts Reception KCNA09:14 2-Dec-25
Party chief attends inauguration of Laos–Việt Nam Friendship Park in Vientiane Viet Nam News09:10 2-Dec-25
Việt Nam, Laos to jointly develop industrial chain Viet Nam News09:00 2-Dec-25
Azerbaijan reaffirms friendship with Laos in 50th anniversary letter Caliber.AZ08:55 2-Dec-25
Azerbaijan attaches special importance to enrichment of cooperation with Laos with new content - President Ilham Aliyev Trend News Agency08:23 2-Dec-25
Party chief attends inauguration of Laos–Vietnam Friendship Park in Vientiane Viet Nam News08:18 2-Dec-25
President Ilham Aliyev sends congratulatory letter to President of Laos Trend News Agency08:02 2-Dec-25
President Ilham Aliyev sends congratulatory letter to President of Lao People’s Democratic Republic AzerNews08:00 2-Dec-25
China-Laos Railway boosts regional tourism, trade connectivity Xinhua Agency07:57 2-Dec-25
N. Korea's Kim sends congratulatory message to Lao president on ruling party founding anniv. Yonhap News Agency07:54 2-Dec-25
Azerbaijan’s Foreign Ministry congratulates UAE and Laos on National Days AzerNews06:29 2-Dec-25
Azerbaijani MFA congratulates UAE, Laos on national holidays Caliber.AZ06:03 2-Dec-25
PM arrives in Vientiane for high-level Party meeting, Vietnam–Laos Intergovernmental Committee’s 48th meeting Viet Nam News04:10 2-Dec-25
Laos marks 50th National Day with solemn ceremony Viet Nam News03:59 2-Dec-25
Xi extends congratulations on 50th founding anniversary of Lao People's Democratic Republic Xinhua Agency03:32 2-Dec-25
Việt Nam, Laos bolster cooperation in communications on special ties Viet Nam News03:18 2-Dec-25
PM heads to Laos to co-chair Vietnam–Laos Intergovernmental Committee’s 48th meeting Viet Nam News02:15 2-Dec-25
Xi extends congratulations on 50th founding anniversary of Lpdr CGTN02:01 2-Dec-25
Việt Nam to increase electricity imports from Laos, China Viet Nam News01:24 2-Dec-25
Urgent: Xi extends congratulations on 50th founding anniversary of Lao People's Democratic Republic Xinhua Agency01:19 2-Dec-25
Vietnamese Party leader meets with Lao PM in Vientiane Viet Nam News01:13 2-Dec-25
Party General Secretary attends state banquet hosted by Lao leader Viet Nam News01:13 2-Dec-25
North's Kim sends congratulatory message to Lao president on ruling party founding anniversary Korea JoongAng Daily00:30 2-Dec-25
Suspect arrested for attack at Laos Transit Center in Tucson News 13 KOLD-TV, Arizona23:25 1-Dec-25
N. Korea's Kim sends congratulatory message to Lao president on ruling party founding anniversary The Korea Times23:10 1-Dec-25
Respected Comrade Kim Jong Un sends message of greetings to Lao President KCNA Watch23:04 1-Dec-25
Respected Comrade Kim Jong Un sends floral basket to Lao President KCNA Watch23:04 1-Dec-25
Laos National Day U.S Department of State22:07 1-Dec-25
Respected Comrade Kim Jong Un Sends Greetings to Lao President KCNA21:41 1-Dec-25
Party leader meets with Vietnamese community in Laos Viet Nam News15:25 1-Dec-25
Party leader meets Lao NA Chairman in Vientiane Viet Nam News14:54 1-Dec-25
Party chief highlights importance of fostering Việt Nam-Laos strategic cohesion Viet Nam News13:53 1-Dec-25
HM King congratulates Laos President Bahrain News Agency11:15 1-Dec-25
HM the Sultan greets Presidents of UAE, Romania, Laos Times of Oman10:39 1-Dec-25
Việt Nam, Laos set goals to deepen ties and boost trade to US$10 billion Viet Nam News09:35 1-Dec-25
Lao National Gold Order presented to Vietnamese Party General Secretary Tô Lâm Viet Nam News09:04 1-Dec-25
Vietnamese, Lao top leaders witness exchange of cooperation documents Viet Nam News08:53 1-Dec-25
Việt Nam extends congratulations to Laos on 50th National Day Viet Nam News08:22 1-Dec-25
Vietnamese front leader congratulates Laos on 50th National Day Viet Nam News08:22 1-Dec-25
Lao media highlights historic legacy, sacred value of special Việt Nam–Laos relationship Viet Nam News07:41 1-Dec-25
Welcome ceremony held for Vietnamese Party General Secretary in Vientiane Viet Nam News06:28 1-Dec-25
Lao leader hails Việt Nam’s 80 years of Communist Party-led achievements Viet Nam News05:47 1-Dec-25
Please don't rush: slow changes in Laos 50 years after communist victory MailOnline04:15 1-Dec-25
Party General Secretary arrives in Vientiane for State visit to Laos Viet Nam News04:03 1-Dec-25
Vietnamese Party chief's article highlights mettle, wisdom, and achievements of Laos after 50 years of founding Viet Nam News04:03 1-Dec-25
Vietnamese Party chief’s visit to Laos helps strengthen bilateral ties: Lao official Viet Nam News03:22 1-Dec-25
Party General Secretary Tô Lâm departs for State visit to Laos Viet Nam News01:48 1-Dec-25
Laos launches first cassava starch export to China by full train People's Daily01:44 1-Dec-25
Assault at Laos Transit Center leaves victim with "serious injuries" KGUN9 News, Arizona00:13 1-Dec-25
Archetype Australia Promotes Chynna Lao & Shishira Bindiganavile B&T Marketing & Media23:45 30-Nov-25
Japanese Princess Aiko Turns 24 Jiji Press17:51 30-Nov-25
China Hands Over Seismic Monitoring Network To Laos, Boosting Earthquake Preparedness Bernama13:00 30-Nov-25
Việt Nam–Laos solidarity built through shared struggle, national development: Lao FM Viet Nam News09:38 30-Nov-25
China-aided Lao national seismic monitoring network project officially handed over Xinhua Agency08:57 30-Nov-25
Party chief’s Laos visit to create new momentum for bilateral ties: Lao diplomat Viet Nam News14:31 29-Nov-25
Russia-Laos Treaty on Mutual Legal Assistance in Criminal Cases ratified Official Internet Resources of the President of Russia (Press Release)10:54 29-Nov-25
Việt Nam, Laos advance together into new development era Viet Nam News10:43 29-Nov-25
Việt Nam-Laos solidarity spotlighted with monument handover Viet Nam News10:33 29-Nov-25
Laos reaffirms commitment to one-China principle People's Daily04:05 29-Nov-25
China General Chamber of Commerce in Laos marks 20 years of China-Laos cooperation People's Daily03:54 29-Nov-25

      
            
      
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Latest news for Laos, also known as the Lao People's Democratic Republic, Lao PDR, or LPDR, including breaking updates on its politics, economy, and social issues.
Laos, located in Southeast Asia, shares borders with several countries, including China, Vietnam, Cambodia, Thailand, and Myanmar. Laos operates as a socialist republic and one party state. The only legal political party is the Lao People's Revolutionary Party (LPRP). This state of affairs means that the General Secretary holds ultimate power and authority over state and government. Laos offers diverse natural beauty, with mountains, waterfalls, and the Mekong River. The country's historical sites (such as the UNESCO World Heritage Sites Luang Prabang, the Plain of Jars, and Vat Phou) showcase its rich architectural and cultural heritage. Laos is also celebrated for its unique traditions and festivals, including the colourful Bun Bang Fai rocket festival and the almsgiving ceremonies. Laos' economy relies primarily on agriculture, including rice cultivation and coffee production, alongside sectors such as hydroelectric power and tourism.
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