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Việt Nam–Laos ties thriving across all fields
Vietnam News
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July 28, 2025
HÀ NỘI — Việt Nam–Laos cooperation has been continuously strengthened in a comprehensive, effective, and substantive manner, remarked member of the Communist Party of Việt Nam Central Committee, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign...
Vietnam–Laos ties thriving across all fields
Lao News Agency
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KPL (KPL/VNA) Vietnam–Laos cooperation has been continuously strengthened in a comprehensive, effective, and substantive manner, remarked member of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign...
Laos merges ministries in major shakeup as economy struggles
Nikkei Asia
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VIENTIANE -- In its largest restructuring in decades, Laos is merging major ministries to cut costs as one of Southeast Asia's poorest nations grapples with high inflation and debt payments, half of them to China. The Lao People's Revolutionary...
World : Top News Headlines In Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Myanmar, Singapore, Thailand & Vietnam: July 29, 2025
Bernama
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July 29, 2025
CAMBODIA 1.BORDERS QUIET AFTER CEASEFIRE PACT -- FRESH NEWS The bordering areas of Cambodia and Thailand have remained quiet since midnight on Monday, following fruitful ceasefire talks held in Malaysia yesterday. There has been no gunfire between...
AD/CVD Petitions on Solar Cells and Modules from India, Indonesia and Laos (“Solar IV”)
JD Supra - California
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July 28, 2025
Introduction On July 17, 2025, the Alliance for American Solar Manufacturing and Trade, representing domestic manufacturers, filed petitions with the U.S. Department of Commerce (DOC) and the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), seeking...
This Valley food truck puts a 'Laos-style' spin on Thai takeout
Phoenix New Times - Arizona
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Hiw Kaow, a mobile trailer serving Laos-inspired takes on traditional Thai takeout, is building a reputation for punchy, savory dishes and bringing an enthusiastic, fresh approach to food truck fare in the Valley. After opening their business in...
Laos urges vigilance as dengue risk rises amid persistent rainfall
Xinhua News Agency
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VIENTIANE, July 27 (Xinhua) -- As persistent rainfall continues across Laos, health authorities urge the public to remain alert and take preventive measures against dengue fever. Although Laos has reported a significant drop in dengue cases,...
Thai Superman Voice Triggers Backlash in Thailand, Laos Over Poor Dubbing Quality
The Laotian Times
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July 28, 2025
When the new Superman film landed in cinemas across Thailand and Laos on 10 July, audiences were quick to praise the action, but the hero’s Thai voice left many disappointed. Sanpetch “Aim” Kunakorn, the 25-year-old actor behind the Thai dubbing,...
Consul General of Vietnam in Southern Laos Lays Wreaths on Martyrs’ Day
Lao News Agency
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KPL A delegation from the Consulate General of Vietnam in Southern Laos, led by Consul General Ms. Ta Phuong Dung, laid wreaths, incense sticks, and candles at the Vietnam–Laos Combat Alliance Monument in Champasak Province on July 27, marking the...
Floods hit northern Thailand, Laos ramps up storm relief efforts
Lao News Agency
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KPL (KPL/VNA) A sudden breach of a flood embankment along the Yom River inundated Sukhothai town in northern Thailand on July 26, submerging government offices and homes under water levels of up to 400mm. (KPL/VNA) A sudden breach of a flood...
Laos, Cuba Strengthen Ties During High-Level Visit
Lao News Agency
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KPL Mr. Chaleun Yiapaoheu, Vice Chairman of the National Assembly of Laos and President of the Laos-Cuba Friendship Association, on Jul 25 warmly received Mr. Gerardo Peñalver Portal, First Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Cuba, and his...
World : Top News Headlines In Indonesia, Laos, Myanmar, Singapore, Thailand & Vietnam: July 28, 2025
Bernama
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July 28, 2025
By Vijian Paramasivam INDONESIA 1.RI WELCOMES FRANCE’S RECOGNITION OF PALESTINE -- THE JAKARTA POST Indonesia has welcomed France’s recognition of a Palestinian state, while reaffirming its support for a two-state solution to end the longstanding...
Laos Calls for Restraint as Thailand-Cambodia Border Tensions Mount
The Nation Thailand
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July 26, 2025
Adding a new dimension to regional stability, the Global Times has reported an emergency announcement from the Lao army. This revealed a fierce exchange of gunfire on Saturday with armed Cambodian individuals who had illegally crossed the border....
Laos denies reports on border clash with Cambodian forces
The Peninsula
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July 26, 2025
An aerial view shows people, who fled their homes near the border area between Cambodia and Thailand, taking shelter near a pagoda in Oddar Meanchey province on July 26, 2025. (Photo by Suy Se / AFP) Vientiane: A source from the Lao People's Army...
Laos sets sights on more Chinese visitors
Xinhua News Agency
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VIENTIANE, July 26 (Xinhua) -- Laos' Ministry of Culture and Tourism is preparing for the second Visit Laos-China Year, aiming to strengthen Laos' tourism promotion and attract more Chinese visitors. A meeting to discuss preparations for the...
Cambodia Ready to Cooperate with Laos in Investigation Thail...
AKP
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AKP Phnom Penh, July 28, 2025 -- Cambodia’s Ministry of National Defence has once again rejected Thailand’s baseless accusation that Cambodia deliberately fired projectiles into Laotian territory, reaffirming its willingness to fully cooperate in...
Laos seeks to develop traditional medicine
Xinhua News Agency
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VIENTIANE, July 26 (Xinhua) -- Laos' Ministry of Health is continuing its efforts to preserve and develop traditional medicine by integrating it with modern science, aiming to support economic development while ensuring environmental...
South Sudan Makes Offer To Trump In Return For Accepting More Migrants: REPORT
The Daily Caller
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July 30, 2025
South Sudan has reportedly expressed a willingness to accept more illegal migrants from the United States but is asking for favors from President Donald Trump first. Following a weeks-long legal battle, the Trump administration finally managed in...
Laos ramps up disaster relief, preparedness efforts
Xinhua News Agency
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VIENTIANE, July 26 (Xinhua) -- The Lao government is actively working on disaster relief efforts to assist victims of natural disasters this year, and is strengthening measures to prepare for future emergencies. A consultation meeting on disaster...
Vietnamese in Laos pay tribute to fallen heroes
Vietnam News Agency
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VIENTIANE — A range of activities were held across northern, central, and southern Laos on Sunday to pay tribute to fallen heroes and martyrs on the occasion of the 78th War Invalids and Martyrs’ Day (July 27, 1947-2025). The events were organised...