Third Review Conference on Cluster Munitions Opens in Vientiane
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103 Hospital and Tahua International Trade Ink Deal on Advanced Lithotripsy Technology
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Vientiane: A meeting to commend the outcomes of the 12th
Laos asks Thailand to accept vaccinated workers without quarantine
The Lao government has asked its Thai counterpart to allow
Japan strengthens COVID-19 response in the Lao PDR with cold chain equipment and 320,200 doses of AstraZeneca vaccine
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Russian government helps reform Laos’ healthcare system
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Phongsavanh Group donates six ambulances supporting Covid-19 fight
Laos logs 962 new Covid-19 cases, 14 new fatalities
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Vientiane bans large gatherings, parties during New Year celebration
Luang Prabang Power Enhances Local Healthcare with Donation to Provincial Hospital
Vientiane: Luang Prabang Power Company Limited (LPCL) has donated medical equipment valued at over LAK 800 million to the Luang Prabang Provincial Hospital. This contribution aims to enhance healthcare services for local communities.
According to La…
Traffic Police Ensure Smooth Transit for CCM Delegates in Vientiane
Vientiane: To facilitate smooth traffic flow and transportation for delegates attending the Third Review Conference of the Convention on Cluster Munitions (CCM)-which the Lao PDR is honored to host from September 14 to 18 at the National Convention Ce…
Third Review Conference on Cluster Munitions Opens in Vientiane
Vientiane: The Third Review Conference of the Convention on Cluster Munitions officially commenced at the National Convention Centre, hosted by the Government of the Lao
Healing Wounds of War Requires Shared Humanitarian Responsibility: PM
Vientiane: In his opening remarks at the 3rd Review Conference of the Convention on Cluster Munitions (CCM), Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone emphasized that healing the
Lao and Cambodia Reaffirm Cooperation on UXO Clearance and Victim Assistance
Vientiane: Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Thongsavanh Phomvihane received Mr. Ly Thuch, Senior Minister and First Vice-President of the Cambodian Mine Action
Vietnam Celebrates 81st National Day, Highlights Strong Ties with Laos
Hanoi: On the occasion of the 81st National Day of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam, the leaders of Vietnam extended heartfelt sentiments of comradeship and
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
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