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Vientiane Signs Agreement with Kubota Construction for Major Water Treatment Project
Lao News Agency
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KPL The Vientiane Department of Public Works and Transport has signed an agreement with Japan’s Kubota Construction Co., Ltd. to build a new water treatment plant with a capacity of 40,000 cubic meters per day, under the Vientiane Capital Water...
Mittge: A veteran's trip to Ground Zero at the Pentagon
Nisqually Valley News - Washington State
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September 9, 2025
By Brian Mittge When Walt Morgan was flown to Washington, D.C., this year on an honor flight for veterans, he visited all the big memorials — from Lincoln to World War II. He made sure he spent time at the Vietnam War Memorial, visiting with the...
From AI glasses to imported milk China’s greying generation is spending big — but is it enough to rescue the economy?
Malay Mail
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August 27, 2025
BEIJING, Aug 27 — In the past few months, Wang Shuyun, a 78-year-old retiree in Beijing, splashed out on an 8,000 yuan (RM4,730) nutrition course to help her lose weight and lower her blood sugar, and spent 1,200 yuan on Adidas shoes. A former...
Worthington Lao Dance group to present showcase
The Globe - Minnesota
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August 27, 2025
WORTHINGTON — When Cat Nakhornsak returned to her hometown of Worthington for its annual International Festival, she noticed a group of Asian dancers from out-of-state were brought in to perform traditional dances and it gave her an idea. Living...
China tells companies to target older consumers
BDNews24
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In the past few months, Wang Shuyun, a 78-year-old retiree in Beijing, splashed out on an 8,000 yuan ($1,115) nutrition course to help her lose weight and lower her blood sugar, and spent 1,200 yuan on Adidas shoes. A former civil servant with a...
Lao official hails Vietnam’s 80th National Day as shared pride
VietnamPlus
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August 19, 2025
Vientiane (VNA) – The 80th anniversary of August Revolution (August 19) and National Day (September 2) of Vietnam is not only a source of pride for the Vietnamese people, but also a moment of joy for neighbouring Laos, Chairman of the Lao People’s...
Bridging Borders for a Cleaner Future: ASEAN’s Next Leap in Cross-Border Power Trade
Economic Research Institute for ASEAN and East Asia
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By Dr Weerawat Chantanakome, Policy Counsel, and Dr Nuki Agya Utama, Director for Energy Policy and Head of Asia Zero Emission Center: In Southeast Asia’s race toward a low-carbon future, no country can afford to go it alone. The region’s...
Spice trade spurred shipping, colonialism, capitalism; created today’s Mumbai and New York: Nicholas Nugent
The Hindu
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August 27, 2025
Journalists have an unending stream of stories to tell. Nicholas Nugent, who switched off his audio suite in the BBC as a broadcast journalist in 1999, continues to enthral listeners (in small conversations) and readers (of his seven books and 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 Launches Study on Sustainable Forest Financing
Lao News Agency
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KPL The Government of the Lao PDR, in partnership with the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and other development partners, last Thursday launched a feasibility study on establishing a national Payment for Forest...
Moscow to host international forum on business and social responsibility
MyJoyOnline
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August 26, 2025
The International Business Forum themed “Social Responsibility of Business: Investments in a Common Future” will convene entrepreneurs and experts from 34 countries in Moscow, Russia on 21 September. The event, taking place at the World Trade...
Laos Set to Export 120 Tons of Roselle to South Korea
The Laotian Times
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August 19, 2025
Laos is on track to export 120 tons of roselle to South Korea, with plans to expand commercial cultivation to include black and white sesame, large onions, and others related for the Korean market. On 14 August, the Lao Agricultural Business...
China seeks a silver lining as it tells companies to target older consumers
WHTC - Michigan
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By Sophie Yu and Farah Master BEIJING/HONG KONG (Reuters) -In the past few months, Wang Shuyun, a 78-year-old retiree in Beijing, splashed out on an 8,000 yuan ($1,115) nutrition course to help her lose weight and lower her blood sugar, and spent...
Lao Telecom, Football Federation Sign Three-Year Deal to Boost Broadcasting and Development
Lao News Agency
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KPL In a move set to enhance football coverage and development in Laos, the Lao National Football Federation (LNFF) and Lao Telecommunication Public Company (LTC) signed a three-year telecommunications support agreement today at LTC’s headquarters...
Vientiane to Launch First BRT System in Laos
Lao News Agency
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KPL Vientiane, August 2025 – Vientiane will officially launch a Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) trial in early September 2025, offering three months of free service. This marks the first time in Laos that a modern mass transit system will operate on a...
Lao foreign minister praises eight decades of development in Việt Nam
Vietnam News
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August 18, 2025
VIENTIANE – Lao Foreign Minister Thongsavanh Phomvihane has lauded Việt Nam’s remarkable journey of nation-building, socio-economic development and international integration under the leadership of the Communist Party of Việt Nam (CPV). In a...
Laos Calls for Stronger Mekong Cooperation on Digital Growth, Clean Energy, and Water Management
The Laotian Times
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August 18, 2025
Lao Foreign Minister Thongsavanh Phomvihane has called for deeper Mekong cooperation to strengthen digital growth, clean energy, and water resource management to improve the lives of people across the region. Thongsavanh made his remark on 15...
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...
Southeast Asia’s largest business summit to kick off in SA today
The National Tribune
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August 26, 2025
Hundreds of senior government officials and business leaders are in Adelaide today as Southeast Asia’s largest business summit commences. Around 750 domestic and international diplomatic officials, major investors and commercial leaders are in...
Government Launches August Session to Address Economy, Floods, and Education Plans
Lao News Agency
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KPL The Government’s regular meeting for August 2025 opened on the morning of August 25 at the Prime Minister’s Office under the chairmanship of Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone. The meeting was attended in person by Deputy Prime Ministers,...