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Lao, Vietnam strengthen cooperation in science
Laos and Vietnam have agreed to further collaboration in the science and technology sector by sharing their academic work to enhance research in the two countries.A cooperation agreement was signed in Vientiane on Friday between Director General of the Planning and International Cooperation under the ...
Times Reporters
Laos, China exchange views on construction development
VIENTIANE (Vientiane Times/ANN) – Laos and China are set to boost cooperation and technical assistance in the construction of roads and bridges to facilitate the faster and safer implementation of high quality projects.Representatives of Lao and Chinese construction companies and Lao government officials gathered in ...
News Desk
http://annx.asianews.network/content/laos-china-exchange-views-construction-development-99527
Lao Govt on track to achieve revenue collection target
The government is on track to achieve 49 percent of its annual revenue collection plan by the end of this month despite facing a number of economic challenges, according to a new official report.The Minister of Planning and Investment, Dr Souphanh Keomixay, this week unveiled ...
Ekaphone Phouthonesy
Luxembourg continues to back Laos in development
VIENTIANE (Vientiane Times/ANN) – Luxembourg will continue to support Laos in its socio-economic development targeting the graduation from least developed country status by 2024, and sustainable development.The confirmation was made by Minister for Foreign and European Affairs, Jean Asselborn as the high-ranking official of the ...
Times Reporters
http://annx.asianews.network/content/luxembourg-continues-back-laos-development-99324
Xieng Khuang cracks down on illegal logging and corrupt officials
Authorities in Xieng Khuang province are investigating more officials allegedly involved in taking bribes in connection with the illegal timber trade which has caused great damage to the nation.The provincial Governor, Mr Bounton Chanthaphone, told a news conference, which was held as part of a ...
Somsack Pongkhao
New Confucius Institute to elevate Laos-China understanding
VIENTIANE (Vientiane Times/ANN) – The links between Laos and China are expected to grow even stronger with the handover of the new Confucius Institute at the National University of Laos (NUOL) in the capital on Wednesday.The Confucius Institute will become a model project in promoting ...
Phomphong Laoin
http://annx.asianews.network/content/new-confucius-institute-elevate-laos-china-understanding-99225
Laos PM calls for joint effort to combat drugs problem
VIENTIANE (Vientiane Times/ANN) – Prime Minister Thongloun Sisoulith has called for the continued participation of all sectors to combat drug trafficking.Mr Thongloun made the call on Tuesday in a message marking the 32nd anniversary of the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, which ...
Somsack Pongkhao
http://annx.asianews.network/content/laos-pm-calls-joint-effort-combat-drugs-problem-99159
Laos, Thailand extend partnership in border security cooperation
VIENTIANE (Vientiane Times/ANN) — The Lao and Thailand governments are continuing to support each other in border security and preventing crossborder crimes, especially along the border between Xayaboury and Nan provinces.A cooperation document was signed at Hongsa Power Co., Ltd in Xayaboury province last week ...
Phomphong Laoin
http://annx.asianews.network/content/laos-thailand-extend-partnership-border-security-cooperation-99102
Laos government proposes significant increase in casino taxes
A levy imposed on casinos and casino gaming would rise significantly under a new draft law being proposed by the Laos government.According to a report in the local Vientiane Times, the draft law, presented to the Lao National Assembly by Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of ...
Laos To Launch Online eVisa Service in July
Laos will begin offering electronic tourist visa (eVisa) applications in July this year, allowing visitors to apply for a visa online prior to arriving in the country.The official website for the e-visa application process is https://laoevisa.gov.laThe eVisa website will be jointly managed by the Lao Consular Affairs Department, ...
The Laotian Times
https://laotiantimes.com/2019/06/25/laos-to-launch-online-evisa-service-in-july/