Articles from Laotian Times (117)
Laos Moves to Overhaul National School System by 2028
Laos will reform its education system by shifting to a new structure, extending primary schooling and reorganizing secondary education.
Health Ministry Deploys Major Safety Operation for National Games
Over 290 medical staff ensure safety at the 12th National Games in Vientiane, with six teams covering health, food, and hygiene.
New Weight-Based Toll Targets Road Damage from Mineral Transport
Starting in 2026, mineral transport trucks will be charged up to USD 1.5 per ton per trip on routes of 10 kilometers (km) or more
Japanese Princess Lands in Laos on First Trip Overseas
Japan’s Princess Aiko begins her first official overseas trip to Laos, marking 70 years of diplomatic ties, 60 years of Japan’s aid.
National Road No. 13 South in Savannakhet Set for Major Rehabilitation
Savannakhet approves 79 km National Road No. 13 South restoration, financed by Chalernchai, linking Savannakhet-Khammouane, improving transport, economy.
Japan’s Princess Aiko to Visit Vientiane, Luang Prabang in First Official Trip Abroad
Princess Aiko will visit Laos from 17–22 November, marking milestone Japan–Laos anniversaries through culture and diplomacy.
Laos Uncovers Widespread Corruption, Records Billions in Losses Over Five Years
Laos exposed 334 corruption cases from 2021–2025, causing nearly USD 30 million losses; authorities recovered some funds, prosecuted officials, and urged transparency.
Lao State Fuel Company Set to Transform into Public–Private Joint Venture
Laos will convert the Lao State Fuel Company into a public-private joint venture as part of broader state-owned enterprise reforms.
EDL-Gen Signs an Agreement to Boost Floating Solar, Carbon Credit Initiatives
Laos' EDL-Gen partners with South Korea firm CS Tech to develop floating solar and carbon credit projects
Free Bus Services on Opening and Closing Days of the 12th National Games
Vientiane Capital will provide free BRT and bus services on 15 and 25 November to support the opening and closing ceremonies of the 12th National Games.
Australia Reaffirms Commitment to Laos with Another Humanitarian Relief Delivery under Indo-Pacific Endeavour 2025
Australia delivered AUD 98,000 (USD 64,000) in relief supplies to Laos under IPE25, strengthening disaster preparedness and regional cooperation.
Mineral Sector Surpasses Five-Year Goals as Government Strengthens Oversight
Laos’ mineral output hit LAK 36,175 billion (USD 1.67 billion) in 10 months of 2025, exceeding targets amid tighter project oversight.
Thailand Suspends Cambodia Deal After Landmine Injures Troops
Thailand suspends peace deal with Cambodia after landmine blast injures two soldiers, reigniting border tensions months after deadly clashes.
Lao Foreign Minister Thongsavanh to Visit North Korea in Mid-November
Lao Foreign Minister Thongsavanh will visit North Korea to strengthen bilateral ties, following President Thongloun’s October visit.
MDIS Singapore and University of Sunderland announce plans to launch groundbreaking Sustainability Research Centre
SINGAPORE, Nov. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The Management Development Institute of Singapore (MDIS) and The University of Sunderland today announced plans to launch a MDIS-University of Sunderland...
Philippines Halts Search After Over 200 Killed in Typhoon Kalmaegi as Super Typhoon Fung-wong Nears
By Laotian Times and AFP – Rescue work was suspended and preemptive evacuations began Saturday as Typhoon Fung-wong bore down on the Philippines, days after another storm killed at least 204...
CGTN: How China’s high-standard opening up fuels high-quality development
BEIJING, Nov. 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Following President Xi Jinping’s visits to Hainan and Guangdong, CGTN published an article on China’s strategic priorities of high-standard opening up to drive...
iQIYI International Hosts iJOY 2026 Thailand, as ‘Running Man Thailand’, Produced with SBS Studio Prism, Makes Its Debut
SINGAPORE, Nov. 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — iQIYI, Asia’s leading streaming platform, hosted the “iJOY 2026 Thailand” event in Bangkok, reviewing its annual achievements in the Thai market while...
Shirley Zhou's Unconfined Embroidery International Exhibition Opens in Singapore - Laotian Times
SINGAPORE, Nov. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Shirley Zhou’s Unconfined Embroidery International Exhibition which organized by Shanghai Genarts Culture Media Co., Ltd. holds its official opening at ION...
The First Ever Large Scale Hong Kong’s Original Art Toy Exhibition in Malaysia: “Hong Kong Art Toy Story 2025@Kuala Lumpur”
Showcasing over 450 original art toys created by 12 Hong Kong designers of different generations at TRX The Exchange #HKArtToyStory #HKArtToy #CCIDAHK #InnovativeEntrepreneurAssociation KUALA...
Xinhua Silk Road: Smart technology, whole industrial chain empower fishing rods manufacturing in E. China’s Weihai
BEIJING, Nov. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Six out of every ten fishing rods sold in the world are produced in Weihai in east China’s Shandong Province. Behind this outstanding achievement is the...
Xinhua Silk Road: E. China’s Weihai City establishes 18 TCM health tourism demonstration bases
BEIJING, Nov. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Weihai, a prefecture-level city in east China’s Shandong Province, has seen the establishment of 18 traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) health tourism...
Xinhua Silk Road: E. China city fosters people-centric urban renewal to improve sense of happiness for locals
BEIJING, Nov. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Weihai, a coastal city in east China’s Shandong Province, has always advanced people-centric urban renewal to improve the sense of happiness for locals. For...
SanegeneBio Announces RNAi Licensing and Research Collaboration with Lilly
-Companies will collaborate on RNAi research for metabolic disease targets BOSTON, Nov. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — SanegeneBio, a clinical-stage biotechnology company developing innovative RNAi...
iQIYI International Hosts iJOY 2026 Thailand in Bangkok, Unveiling Annual Content Strategy and New International Collaborations
SINGAPORE, Nov. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — iQIYI, Asia’s leading streaming platform, hosted the “iJOY 2026 Thailand” event in Bangkok, reviewing its annual achievements in the Thai market while...
CANNES GALA supports AXLR8-G to Help Artists Step onto the Global Stage
A GRAMMY-Targeted Artist Acceleration Program Has Launched from JapanBorn as an international nexus of music and culture, [ ACCELERATE-“GRAMMY” ] LOS ANGELES, Nov. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — AXLR8-G...
"2025 ASEAN-Korea Innovative Culture Forum" Successfully Held on November 8 (Sat) in Singapore
SEOUL, South Korea, Nov. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism (Minister Choi Hwi-young) and the Korea Foundation for International Cultural Exchange (KOFICE, President...
New Boten-Mohan Shuttle Enhances Connectivity, Regional Integration
On 3 November, Laos and China officially launched the cross-border shuttle service between Boten in Laos and Mohan in China
Over 2,500 Vientiane Students, Teachers to Support 12th National Games
Nearly 2,600 Vientiane teachers and students will support the 12th National Games (15–25 Nov), with the opening at Lao National Stadium.
Luang Prabang Scores Silver for Sustainable Tourism 2025–2027
Luang Prabang has set a new benchmark for sustainable tourism in Laos by earning the Green Destinations Silver certification for 2025–2027.
THAILAND: Deadly Fire Engulfs Tissue Paper Factory in Saraburi, Killing Six and Injuring Dozens
Six killed, 22 injured in massive fire at Saraburi tissue paper factory; blaze still raging as more missing.
Vietnam Approves Free Public Education from Preschool to High School
Vietnam has abolished tuition fees for public education from preschool to high school, aiming for universal access.
Laos Strengthens Connectivity with 18 Cross-Border Transmission Lines
Laos has expanded its telecom infrastructure with 98,000 km of fiber optics, 18 cross-border links, reaching 97% of villages nationwide.
ASEAN Rail Tourism Corridor Takes Center Stage at Mekong Tourism Forum 2025
Laos hosted the Mekong Tourism Forum 2025 in Luang Prabang, spotlighting the proposed ASEAN Rail Tourism Corridor (as a key initiative
5.8 Kg Heroin Seized at Wattay International Airport Adds to 134 Kg Narcotics Seized in May
A 70-year-old Dutch man was arrested at Wattay Airport with 5.8kg of heroin hidden in aluminum-lined blankets.
Nam Ngum 1 Reservoir Reopens with Green Initiatives
Vientiane Province is once again in the spotlight with a fresh tourism draw—the newly upgraded Nam Ngum 1 Reservoir Recreation Area.
11 Children Killed by Myanmar Junta Helicopter Fire
The Myanmar military later transported the bodies to a township 11 km away and buried them.
