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- More proof that excavated Buddha images could be hundreds of years old
 
The Buddha images unearthed on an island in the Mekong River in the northwest province of Bokeo over recent weeks could date back more than 500 years, inscriptions engraved on them suggest. ....More>>>

- Global conference opens to address water security

Bali, Indonesia: An international conference designed to discuss water-related topics has convened amid global concerns about the exhaustion of this natural resource, which is esdsential for drinking, agriculture, and industrial development. ..More>>>

- Largest Buddha statue unearthed in Bokeo to get public airing

The Lao Buddhist Fellowship Organisation in Tonpheung district, Bokeo province​, is organising a public parade of the largest Buddha statue found so far during ongoing excavations in Bokeo.. ...More>>>

- Greater promise for future ASEAN-Australia partnership
ASEAN and Australia have celebrated numerous milestone achievements over their 50-year partnership, showcasing a promising future bolstered by increased people-to-people connections. ...More>>>

- Chinese tax authorities streamline payment and processing of taxes
Chinese tax authorities plan to strengthen tax payment and administration reforms to make it easier for foreign nationals to deal with taxes and fees....More>>>

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- Fish conservation zones to be set up in Saravan

The government is planning to create ‘Fish Conservation Zones in Saravan province aims to build the capacity of local communities in overseeing the sustainable management of their aquatic resources, to protect fish species that are endangered, and increasing country’s food security Saravan authorities are working with development partners to establish fish conservation zones in Khongxedon and Lakhonepheng districts.. ...More>>>

- Khammuan​ launches​ measles​ vaccination​ drive
A rubella​ and​ measles​ vaccination campaign kicked off in Khammuan​province​ on​ Monday, which involves 10 districts and aims to immunise about 40,000 ​children aged 9 months to 5 years of age...​​..More>>>

- Upgrade of Sikhay-Sikeuth road 42 percent complete
Improvements and repairs being carried out to Road 13 in Vientiane over a distance of 6.32km are currently 42 percent complete and will be fully completed at the beginning of next year...More>>>

- Access to early childhood education set to rise in 2025
The government is making efforts to fulfill the goals of the ASEAN Work Plan on Education for 2021-2025, by raising the percentage of access to early childhood education (children under five) from 83 percent in 2020 to 87 percent by 2025.....More>>>

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Laos, China’s Guizhou province to boost industry and commerce cooperation
Laos and China’s Guizhou province will increase cooperation on industry and commerce... More >>>

18 finalists of Mister Universe Laos 2024 unveiled to the public
The 18 finalists of the Mister Universe Laos 2024 pageant have been announced for the first time after the completion of auditions so that .. More >>>

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Laos’ natural resources under threat as nation battles economic headwinds 
The government has adopted a green growth strategy, making a strong promise .....More>>>

President, Foreign Minister of Iran die in helicopter crash - Red Crescent
DUBAI (TASS)  -- All passengers and the crew of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi’s ....More >>>

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What can be done to reduce the risks posed by floods and landslides?
The rainy season has begun, with long spells of heavy rainfall likely to cause flooding and landslides. The Meteorology ...More >>>

Lao bodybuilders triumph at S.E. Asia championshipLao male and female bodybuilders enjoyed success at the 18th South East Asia Bodybuilding and Physique Sports Championships in Vientiane, winning five gold medals from three men’s events and ...More >>>

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Tad Lo and Tad Hang: the hidden gems of SaravanSaravan province in southern Laos is home to two breathtaking waterfalls named Tad Lo and Tad Hang. ....More >>>


 
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