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Vientiane Times, the first English newspaper in the Lao People's Democratic Republic, officially launched as a weekly tabloid in April 1994. By 1996 the newspaper published twice weekly on Tuesdays and Fridays, expanding to Monday to Friday in 2004 and adding a Saturday edition in 2007. The newspaper covers a wide range of domestic and international news and provides information reflecting governm

ent policy and socio-economic development in the Lao PDR.

Vientiane Times is part of the Lao Press in Foreign Languages, a specialised agency of the Ministry of Information, Culture and Tourism. The press agency is managed by a board of directors and manned by over 60 staff, including reporters and administrative officials. The founders of the newspaper included Mr Somsanouk Mixay, who is also Former Director General and Editor-in-Chief of Lao Press in Foreign Languages, Mr Savankhone Razmountry, who is also former Director General and Editor-in-Chief of the paper, Mr Thongsavath Chansombath the former Director General and Editor-in-Chief of the paper.

07/11/2024

Hanuman dance, a part of Ramayana performance, along Mekong River in Luang Prabang on the cruise.

07/11/2024

Vientiane Times today (November 7, 2024)
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07/11/2024

Chinese film show a hit with Lao audience
Local residents turned out in droves on Tuesday to see a Chinese film dubbed in Lao, as part of the Lao-Chinese Excellent Film Festival.
The film screened on Tuesday was an animated depiction of the Lion Festival, titled Singnoumvaifay, shown at the National Culture Hall in Vientiane.... (Continue to read) https://www.vientianetimes.org.la/sub-new/Entertainment/Enter_217_chines_y24.php

07/11/2024

Bokeo SEZ committee cracks down on telecom and cyber fraud

Authorities in Bokeo province are actively cracking down on telecommunications and cyber fraud within the Golden Triangle Special Economic Zone.... (Continue to read) https://www.vientianetimes.org.la/sub-new/Business/Business_217_Bokeo_24.php

07/11/2024

New law to improve sanitation, urban health

The Ministry of Public Works and Transport, in partnership with the Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) and the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA), is drafting a new Sanitation Law to improve urban sanitation and wastewater management in Laos.... (Continue to read) https://www.vientianetimes.org.la/sub-new/Current/Cur_217_Newlaw_y24.php

07/11/2024

Laos-China railway carries 3 million passengers so far this year

The Laos-China Railway transported 3 million passengers from 101 countries between January 1 and November 4 this year, marking a 44.4 percent increase compared to 2023.... (Continue to read) https://www.vientianetimes.org.la/sub-new/Current/Cur_217_laoschina_y24.php

07/11/2024

Trump wins the White House in political comeback rooted in appeals to frustrated voters

WASHINGTON (AP) -- Donald Trump was elected the 47th president of the United States on Wednesday, an extraordinary comeback for a former president who refused to accept defeat four years ago, sparked a violent insurrection at the US Capitol, was convicted of felony charges and survived two assassination attempts.... (Continue to read) https://www.vientianetimes.org.la/freefreenews/freecontent_217_Trump_y24.php

07/11/2024

Weifang Vocational College eyes education ties with Laos

Vice Dean of Weifang Vocational College in Shandong province, China, Ms Chen Meixia, led a delegation to Laos from November 4-5, to advance educational cooperation between Laos and China.... (Continue to read) https://www.vientianetimes.org.la/freefreenews/freecontent_217_Weifang_y24.php

07/11/2024

Study in Europe Fair highlights education opportunities

More than 600 students, other interested participants and education administrators gathered at the Study in Europe Fair 2024 at the Parkson Mall on Saturday to explore education opportunities at institutions in European countries.... (Continue to read) https://www.vientianetimes.org.la/freefreenews/freecontent_217_Study_y24.php

07/11/2024

Planners mull content of 10th National Socio-Economic Development Plan

The Ministry of Planning and Investment met with development partners on Tuesday to discuss the content of the 10th National Socio-Economic Development Plan for 2026-2030.... (Continue to read) https://www.vientianetimes.org.la/freefreenews/freecontent_217_Planners_y24.php

07/11/2024

Bumper crowd expected at That Luang festival

City authorities are expecting a large number of tourists at this year’s That Luang festival, which takes place from November 11-15, and predict that at least 1,500 foreign visitors will attend events each day.... (Continue to read) https://www.vientianetimes.org.la/freefreenews/freecontent_217_Bumper_y24.php

07/11/2024

PM arrives in China’s Yunnan to attend key regional meetings

Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone and his delegation arrived in China’s southwestern Yunnan province on Wednesday to attend the 8th Greater Mekong Subregion Summit, the Lao Ministry of Foreign Affairs said in a press release.... (Continue to read) https://www.vientianetimes.org.la/freefreenews/freecontent_217_PM_y24.php

06/11/2024

Early morning in Luang Prabang

06/11/2024

Thanaleng Dry Port ‘a boon for regional trade’, top Cuban legislative official told

President of the National Assembly of People’s Power of Cuba, Esteban Lazo Hernandez, led a high-level delegation for an official visit to Laos on November 3-6 to forge closer ties.... (Continue to read) https://www.vientianetimes.org.la/freefreenews/freecontent_217_Thanaleng_y24.php

06/11/2024

Vientiane Times today (November 6, 2024)
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06/11/2024

What more can be done to tackle the UXO problem?

Almost 50 people have been injured and 9 have died in UXO-related accidents this year. During ongoing UXO clearance operations, 19,820 hectares of contaminated land was surveyed in the first 10 months of this year, accounting for 79 percent of the target figure of 25,000 hectares. Of this area, 5,275 hectares of land was cleared and 71,875 types of explosive devices were deactivated... (Continue to read) https://www.vientianetimes.org.la/sub-new/Opinion/Opinion_216_What_y24.php

06/11/2024

Russian concert hits the right note to celebrate National Unity Day

The Russian Centre for Science and Culture in Vientiane, supported by the Russian Embassy to Laos, on Monday staged a concert by the Russian troupe “M. Turetsky Choir and Soprano”... (Continue to read) https://www.vientianetimes.org.la/sub-new/Entertainment/Enter_216_russian_y24.php

06/11/2024

Govt trickle to combat money laundering and preventing the financing of terrorism

Laos continues to grapple with a high risk of money laundering despite the country graduating from the “grey list” of the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) many years ago... (Continue to read) https://www.vientianetimes.org.la/sub-new/Business/Business_216_govttickle_24.php

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Hanuman dance, a part of Ramayana, along Mekong River on the cruise every evening

Hanuman dance, a part of Ramayana performance, along Mekong River in Luang Prabang on the cruise.

Early morning in Luang Prabang

Sunset today on Makong River in Luang Prabang on Seng Lao Cruise

Sunset today on the Mekong River in Luang Prabang on the SengLao Cruise.

Vientiane Boat Racing Festival The atmosphere of Vientiane Boat Racing festival this evening. The end of Buddhist lent and Loy Ka thong will be on this Thursday and the boat racing activities will be on Friday.

Biodiversity Museum in Nam Pien Yorlapa

Nam Pien Yorla Pa: A natural adventure, conservation and learning paradise Nam Pien Yorla Pa, located just outside Vientiane, is quickly becoming a top destination for those seeking adventure and stunning natural beauty. Building on the popularity of a similar tourism venture of Nam Kat Yorla Pa in Oudomxay, this new eco-tourism project offers an unforgettable experience while prioritising environmental sustainability.... (Continue to read) https://www.vientianetimes.org.la/freefreenews/freecontent_197_Nampien_y24.php

The 44th and 45th ASEAN summit and related summits officially open today at the National Convention Centre in Vientiane.

The 44th and 45th ASEAN summit and related summits officially opens today in Vientiane

Patuxay in ASEAN summit mood This week, Lao people welcome about 2000 friends from ASEAN and ASEAN’s partners to the 44th and 45th ASEAN Summit and related summits held in Vientiane. The event runs from 6-11 October 2024.

Local people in Luang Namtha province cleaned their house on September 13 after flood. Luang Namtha recently experienced severe flooding as a result of Typhoon Yagi.

ASEAN-Australia: How food creates bonds of friendship

ASEAN-Australia: How food creates bonds of friendship In a world often divided by borders and differences, food emerges as a powerful unifier, weaving together the rich tapestry of cultures and friendships. From the vibrant spices of Southeast Asia to the hearty flavours of the Australian outback, each dish tells a story, inviting us to share in its heritage... (Continue to read) https://www.vientianetimes.org.la/freefreenews/freecontent_180_ASEAN_y24.php