Empowerment and Equality Spotlighted in Lao PDR on Girl Child Day

KPL (KPL)The Ministry of Health, in partnership with the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), Plan International Laos, and a coalition of international and civil society partners, commemorated the International Day of the Girl Child (IDGC) and...

Vietnam, Laos strengthen cooperation in border protection

Vientiane (VNA) – Lao Minister of National Defence Sen. Lt. Gen. Khamlieng Outhakaysone has called on the Vietnam Border Guard High Command and the Border Guard High Command of the Lao People’s Army to enhance coordination in combating...

BIA LOCH LAO: Come for the food, stay for the culture

SITUATED in the heart of the Gaeltacht Quarter Bia Loch Lao is based within Cultúrlann McAdam Ó Fiaich, the Irish Language and Arts Centre on the Falls Road. Visitors can immerse themselves in the Irish language, with staff fostering an inclusive...

New Khon Kaen–Vientiane bus route launches to boost cross-border travel and tourism

The new Khon Kaen–Vientiane international bus service offers two daily round trips for convenient cross-border travel. KHON KAEN, Thailand – The Transport Company (Bor.Kor.Sor.) has officially launched its new international bus route between Khon...

Lighted boat festivals glow across Laos, with Luang Prabang shining brightest

Each province hosted its own ceremony to pay respect to the river spirits, express gratitude for nature’s blessings, and wish for peace and prosperity in the coming year. Among these vibrant celebrations, Luang Prabang stood out as the highlight....

Laos, Russia Celebrate 65 Years of Diplomatic Relations, Pledge to Deepen Comprehensive Cooperation

KPL On September 9, a ceremony was held in Vientiane to celebrate the 65th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the Lao PDR and the Russian Federation. (KPL) On September 9, a ceremony was held in Vientiane to celebrate...

Lao Government Awards Friendship Medal to Singapore Ambassador to Laos

KPL The Government of the Lao People’s Democratic Republic has awarded the Friendship Medal to Mr. Sudesh Maniar, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Singapore to the Lao PDR, in recognition of his significant...

Vientiane’s ‘Girls Takeover’ Initiative Concludes, Empowering Young Women with Invaluable Leadership Experience

KPL An inspiring initiative that empowered ten adolescent girls and young women to step into leadership roles has successfully concluded in Vientiane on Oct 10, equipping each participant with practical skills and confidence far beyond the...

Laos Wins Best National Costume at Mister Global 2025 with Mani Khot Tree-Inspired Design

The ancient Mani Khot tree, a sacred symbol rooted in Champasack Province, southern Laos, has taken the global spotlight, inspiring the Best National Costume award at Mister Global 2025 in Thailand and earning Laos a place of pride on the...

Vientiane’s ‘Girls Takeover’ Wraps Up, Giving Young Women a Real-World Leadership Experience

Plan International Laos – A youth leadership initiative involving ten adolescent girls and young women has concluded in Vientiane, giving participants the opportunity to step into senior leadership roles and gain real-world experience beyond the...

Laos Transfers Oversight of State-Owned Enterprises to Reform Committee

On 7 October, the Ministry of Finance announced the transfer of oversight for state-funded enterprises, including state-owned and mixed-ownership entities, to the State Enterprise Reform Committee. According to the notice, from 8 October onward,...

Lao Fuel Enterprise Opens New Import Route via Vietnam for Northern Supply

KPL In a significant step toward strengthening energy security and cross-border cooperation, the Lao State Fuel Enterprise has officially launched a new fuel import route through Nghee Son Port in Thanh Hoa Province, Vietnam, for distribution to...

Laos, DPRK presidents hold talks to bolster ties

The warm hospitality reflected the deep goodwill and strong traditional friendship between the two countries, he said. President Thongloun extended congratulations on the 80th anniversary of the Workers’ Party of Korea and expressed gratitude to...

Laos Nears Completion of Major Cross-Border Wind Power Projects

KPL The Xeuchin Wind Power Projects 1 and 2 in Bolikhamxay Province, are rapidly approaching completion, with over 80% of construction already finished. The projects are on schedule to begin generating electricity by the end of 2025. According to...

Thai Transport Co. Launches New Bus Route Linking Khon Kaen to Vientiane

Route Details and Schedule The new service is a key step in linking Khon Kaen, a major commercial and transportation hub, directly with the Lao capital. Distance and Time: The route spans 194 kilometres and takes approximately 4 hours. Fare: The...

Sern Sapp is something new in Madison's Lao scene

Southeast Asian food has been a part of Williamson Street for a long time, and almost from the jump, the Inthachith family has been there. They were, until recently, running two locations of the venerable Lao Laan-Xang. But the Willy Street...

Driving Green Urban Mobility in Frontier Markets: Lessons from the Lao PDR

KPL LOCA demonstrates how frontier markets can drive green urban mobility through homegrown innovation and sustainable transport solutions. LOCA, a Vientiane-based transport tech firm, is the Lao PDR’s first and largest EV ride-hailing platform....

Grand Rally Celebrates 80th Anniversary of Lao Diplomacy

KPL The Ministry of Foreign Affairs held a grand ceremony at the National Convention Center on October 10, 2025, to commemorate the 80th Anniversary of Lao Diplomacy (October 12, 1945 – October 12, 2025), marking eight decades of Laos’ diplomatic...

PSC, UNDP Convene Judicial Leadership Colloquium for Women Judges in Lao PDR

KPL The People’s Supreme Court (PSC) of the Lao PDR, with support from the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), convened a Judicial Leadership Colloquium for Women Judges from October 9–10. The two-day event brought together 35 women...

Joint Op-ed to mark the International Day against Death Penalty 2025 in Lao PDR

KPL Every year on 10 October, the international community marks the World Day Against the Death Penalty. It is a moment of reflection on the meaning of justice, on the value of human dignity, and on the ways societies across the globe are evolving...