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Overseas Chinese Business Community in Laos Pays Tribute to Late National Assembly President Xaysomphone Phomvihane

A delegation from the Overseas Chinese Chamber of Commerce in the Lao PDR and the Chinese Association of Vientiane Capital, led by Mr. Bounlap Santikhongkha, President of both organisations, laid a wreath and signed the book of condolences on August 11, 2026, to pay tribute to Xaysomphone Phomvihane, Member of the Politburo of the Lao People's Revolutionary Party Central Committee and President of the National Assembly of the Lao PDR.

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Laos Issues Flood Watch as River Levels Near Warning Thresholds
8/10/2026 4:06:28 PM
The Department of Meteorology and Hydrology has issued a flood watch for 10–11 August 2026, warning residents in areas along major rivers and low-lying communities to remain vigilant as water levels continue to rise.
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“The Value of Lao Wisdom” Exhibition to Highlight Heritage and Economic Potential
8/10/2026 3:41:53 PM
The “Value of Lao Wisdom” exhibition will be held from September 9–13, 2026, at the Lao-ITEC Exhibition Hall, Old Building, in Vientiane Capital, offering free admission to the public.
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Nam Theun 2 Power Company Temporarily Suspends Generation to Reduce Water Discharge into Xe Bang Fai River
8/10/2026 2:52:09 PM
Nam Theun 2 Power Company has temporarily suspended electricity generation and water discharge from the Nam Theun 2 Hydropower Plant to prevent additional water from flowing into the Xe Bang Fai River, where water levels have risen following several consecutive days of heavy rainfall.
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Lao Ministry Clarifies Death of Seasonal Worker in Republic of Korea
8/9/2026 8:47:29 PM
The Ministry of Labour and Social Welfare has clarified the circumstances surrounding the death of a Lao seasonal worker in the Republic of Korea, urging the public and media to rely on verified information from official sources while an investigation into the case is underway.
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Laos Reaffirms Commitment to ASEAN Cooperation on 59th Anniversary
8/8/2026 9:51:50 PM
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Thongsavanh Phomvihane has reaffirmed the Lao PDR's commitment to ASEAN cooperation, regional peace and stability, and deeper economic integration as ASEAN marks the 59th anniversary of its founding and Laos commemorates 29 years of membership in the regional grouping.
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Laos, Japan Sign Revised US$26.5 Million Agreement to Upgrade Wattay International Airport
8/7/2026 3:10:16 PM
The governments of Laos and Japan have signed a revised agreement for the Wattay International Airport Improvement Project, with Japan providing grant assistance worth 3.863 billion yen, or approximately US$26.5 million, to support the airport's ongoing upgrade.
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Deputy Minister Inspects Landslide Damage on Route 8A in Phou Phaman Area
8/7/2026 2:15:22 PM
Deputy Minister of Public Works and Transport, Detsongkham Thammavong, on Aug. 6 conducted an inspection of landslide damage along National Road 8A in the Phou Phaman mountain pass following several days of heavy rainfall that caused extensive disruption to one of Laos’ key transport corridors linking the country with Viet Nam.