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Laos' inflation declines to 5 pct in August
Xinhua News Agency
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VIENTIANE, Aug. 27 (Xinhua) -- Inflation in Laos eased to 5 percent in August, down from 5.3 percent in the previous month, according to the Lao Ministry of Finance. According to the ministry's report on Wednesday, the highest price rise was...
SHB set to double capital in Laos
Vietstock
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August 27, 2025
SHB set to double capital in Laos The board's resolution comes amid a robust performance in the stock market, where SHB's shares have skyrocketed by 135 per cent since the beginning of the year, closing at VNĐ18,500 per share as of August 21....
Thais, Lao and Pakistani in court
Daily Express Malaysia
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August 27, 2025
Thais, Lao and Pakistani in court Published on: Wednesday, August 27, 2025 Published on: Wed, Aug 27, 2025 By: Cynthia D Baga Text Size: Dark Mode: Off The offence under Regulation 39(b) of the Immigration Regulations 1963, which provides for a...
Fight for change after Orpington traveller dies from spiked alcohol in Laos
News Shopper
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August 27, 2025
But what began as a carefree backpacking trip through south east Asia ended in unimaginable tragedy. Simone, 28, died after unknowingly consuming bootleg alcohol laced with methanol while travelling in the popular backpacker town of Vang Vieng....
Mekong embankment in Vientiane nears completion
The Nation Thailand
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August 26, 2025
Current construction activities involve laying durable rock to protect the riverbank from water erosion and the completion of the top of the embankment, which will also serve as a public thoroughfare. The project comprises the construction of a...
Laos to launch digital immigration system for foreign travelers
VietnamPlus
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August 26, 2025
Vientiane (VNA) – Laos will launch a trial version of its new Digital Arrival Registration system from September 1. The Immigration Department under the Ministry of Public Security of Laos announced on August 26 that the digital registration...
Laos mobilises forces to respond to Typhoon Kajiki
VietnamPlus
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August 26, 2025
Hanoi (VNA) – Typhoon Kajiki is bringing to Laos widespread thunderstorms, heavy rain, and strong winds, with local efforts focused on ensuring public safety and minimising damage. The Lao Central Disaster Management Committee issued a notice on...
Laos to launch online entry-exit registration system
Xinhua News Agency
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VIENTIANE, Aug. 26 (Xinhua) -- Laos will launch a pilot program for its new digital arrival registration system, replacing traditional paper-based immigration forms for foreign travelers. Starting from Sept. 1, the Immigration Police Department...
Laos mobilizes in response to Typhoon Kajiki
Xinhua News Agency
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VIENTIANE, Aug. 26 (Xinhua) -- Laos is preparing for the potential impacts of Typhoon Kajiki, which is bringing widespread thunderstorms, heavy rain, and strong winds, with efforts focused on ensuring public safety and minimizing damage. The...
Spike in Kratom-Related Cases Sparks Public Outcry in Laos
The Laotian Times
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August 26, 2025
A recent surge in Kratom-related arrests and online sales has reignited public debate in Laos, as new regulations aimed at curbing its use face backlash on social media. The plant-based substance, known for its stimulant effects at low doses and...
Lao PDR Competes in 14th ASEAN Skills Competition in the Philippines
Lao News Agency
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KPL The 14th ASEAN Skills Competition officially opened on August 25, 2025, in Manila, the Philippines, and will run from August 26–28. The event brings together competitors from ASEAN member states across 32 professional fields in six sectors,...
Laos to Launch Digital Immigration System for Foreign Travelers Starting 1 September
The Laotian Times
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August 26, 2025
Beginning 1 September, Laos will launch a trial version of its new Digital Arrival Registration system, marking a shift away from the traditional paper-based immigration forms for all foreign passport holders. The system is designed to streamline...
Lao Brewery and PepsiCo Sign 15-Year Deal to Boost Growth in Laos
The Laotian Times
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August 26, 2025
Lao Brewery Co., Ltd. (LBC) and global food and beverage company PepsiCo have signed a new 15-year strategic partnership to strengthen their long-term cooperation in the Lao market. The agreement builds on more than 50 years of collaboration...
Vietnamese people in Laos celebrate 80th National Day with pride, gratitude
VietnamPlus
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August 26, 2025
Vientiane (VNA) – The Vietnamese Embassy in Laos hosted a series of activities on August 25 to celebrate the 80th National Day of Vietnam (September 2, 1945–2025), reflecting the Vietnamese community's deep affection, pride, and gratitude towards...
9th National Youth Congress Opens in Vientiane
Lao News Agency
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KPL The 9th National Youth Congress officially opened on August 25, 2025, in Vientiane under the chairmanship of Monxay Laomousong, Alternate Member of the Party Central Committee, Secretary of the Party Executive Committee, and Secretary of the...
Laos issues warnings as Typhoon Kajiki nearing
VietnamPlus
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August 25, 2025
Vientiane (VNA) – People across Laos are being urged to prepare for the potential impacts of Typhoon Kajiki, the 13th typhoon of the year, which is forecast to bring widespread thunderstorms, heavy rainfall, and strong winds across the country....
Lao Post Halts Parcel Shipments to the United States
The Laotian Times
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August 25, 2025
Lao Post Co., Ltd. has announced the temporary suspension of all parcel shipments to the United States, effective immediately. The decision comes in response to recent changes in U.S. trade policy that are expected to impact international mail and...
Laos works to improve rehabilitation care
Xinhua News Agency
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VIENTIANE, Aug. 25 (Xinhua) -- Laos' Ministry of Health is partnering with development partners to improve access to rehabilitation services and strengthen the capacity of healthcare providers in Laos. The initiative aims to improve access to...
Laos cuts its interest rate by 0.5% to support the struggling economy
The Malaysian Star
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August 25, 2025
VIENTIANE (Laotian Times): The Bank of Laos has lowered its base interest rate by 0.5 per cent, a move aimed at giving businesses and households some breathing room as the country navigates both domestic and international economic challenges. The...
World : Top News Headlines In Indonesia, Laos, Myanmar, Philippines, Thailand And Vietnam: Aug 26, 2025
Bernama
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August 26, 2025
INDONESIA 1. GOV’T EXTENDS 100 PCT VAT WAIVER ON HOMES, FOREIGNERS CAN APPLY -- JAKARTA GLOBE Indonesia has extended its full value-added tax (VAT) incentive on residential property purchases until the end of 2025, in a bid to sustain household...