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Laos moves to boost pharmaceutical industry
Xinhua News Agency
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VIENTIANE, July 4 (Xinhua) -- The Pharmaceutical and Medical Products Business Association was officially launched to strengthen the industry and support joint efforts that drive business growth and contribute to Laos' socio-economic development....
Laos Orders Suspension of Potash Mining Projects in Vientiane Capital
The Laotian Times
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July 4, 2025
The Lao government has ordered the immediate suspension of potash exploration and mining projects in Vientiane Capital due to serious environmental and safety concerns, including recent land collapses in residential areas. The decision was...
Laos-China Railway Company to Halve Vehicle Service Fees at Stations
Lao News Agency
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KPL On July 2, 2025, the Laos-China Railway Company (LCRC) announced plans to reduce vehicle service fees at railway stations for large vehicles, lowering the charge from 10,000 kip to 5,000 kip per vehicle. The decision aims to address public...
Lao-China Railway to Pilot Automated Parking Fee System at Vientiane Station
The Laotian Times
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July 4, 2025
The Lao-China Railway Company has announced plans to introduce an automated parking fee collection system at Vientiane Station as part of a pilot project scheduled to begin between August and September this year. The initiative aims to improve...
Green News, Smarter Tools: Journalists in Laos Prepare for the Future of Media
Lao News Agency
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KPL In a move to advance responsible journalism and environmental awareness, media professionals from across the central provinces of the Lao PDR have completed an intensive training program on green news reporting. Held in Vientiane Capital from...
China-Laos Railway cross-border transport registers new record in H1
China Central Television (CCTV)
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Source:CCTV.com 01-07-25 02:28 Updated BJT Cross-border transport on the China-Laos Railway hit a record high in the first half of 2025, with strong growth in both passenger flow and freight volume. During this period, the railway handled over...
World : Top News Headlines In Indonesia, Laos, Myanmar, Singapore, Thailand & Vietnam: July 4, 2025
Bernama
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July 4, 2025
INDONESIA 1.INDONESIA AIMS FOR MORE COMPETITIVE US TARIFFS THAN VIETNAM’S 20 PCT DEAL -- JAKARTA GLOBE The Indonesian government is seeking lower import tariffs from the United States than those recently granted to Vietnam, in an effort to improve...
SPAVI bringing Potato Corner to Taiwan, Laos
Philstar
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July 4, 2025
MANILA, Philippines — Shakey’s Pizza Asia Ventures Inc. (SPAVI) is ramping up its international presence by bringing the Potato Corner brand in Taiwan and Laos. “We have already identified and finalized two more Asian markets. We’re looking at...
Laos works to improve early warning for people with disabilities
Xinhua News Agency
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VIENTIANE, July 3 (Xinhua) -- Representatives from the Lao government and its partners convened a two-day workshop on strengthening early warning systems for persons with disabilities, in response to the growing severity of disasters and heatwaves...
Laos strengthens elephant conservation efforts in northern province
Xinhua News Agency
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VIENTIANE, July 3 (Xinhua) -- Authorities in northern Laos' Xayaboury province convened to evaluate the implementation of an elephant management and conservation agreement, emphasizing a vital role elephants play in local livelihoods and the...
Laos calls for urgent blood donation
Xinhua News Agency
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VIENTIANE, July 3 (Xinhua) -- Lao Deputy Prime Minister Kikeo Khaykhamphithoun has called on all sectors to step up nationwide blood donation efforts, stressing the urgent need for a safe and sufficient blood supply to meet rising demand. The Lao...
Laos Showcases Tax Reform, Seeks Support on the International Stage
The Laotian Times
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July 3, 2025
Laos outlined its progress in strengthening domestic resource mobilization and called for continued international support during the 4th International Conference on Financing for Development, held in Seville, Spain, from 30 June to 3 July. Deputy...
Laos Launches Disability-Inclusive Early Warning Workshop to Strengthen Climate Resilience
The Laotian Times
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July 3, 2025
A two-day workshop on Disability-inclusive early warning messaging is starting today in Vientiane. The host is the United Nations World Food Program (WFP) in collaboration with the Department of Meteorology and Hydrology under the Ministry of...
Shakey’s Asia to bring Potato Corner to Taiwan, Laos
Inquirer
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July 3, 2025
File photo: Potato Corner Facebook Page MANILA, Philippines — Po family-led food retailer Shakey’s Pizza Asia Ventures Inc. plans to bring its flavored fries kiosk chain Potato Corner to new overseas markets, including Taiwan and Laos, as part of...
Shakey’s rides growth wave, expands to Laos, Taiwan
Inquirer
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July 4, 2025
Christopher Po —SHAKEY’S WEBSITE MANILA, Philippines – Po family-led food retailer Shakey’s Pizza Asia Ventures Inc. expects to sustain business growth of at least 10 to 15 percent each year, riding the Philippine economic momentum while breaking...
Shakey’s Pizza sets sights on Taiwan, Laos expansion for Potato Corner
Business World
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July 3, 2025
LISTED food service group Shakey’s Pizza Asia Ventures, Inc. (SPAVI) said it plans to expand its Potato Corner brand into Taiwan and Laos as part of its international growth strategy. “We have already identified and finalized two more Asian...
Shakey’s: Potato Corner to launch in Taiwan, Laos
The Manila Times
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July 3, 2025
SHAKEY’S Pizza Asia Ventures Inc. will be expanding its international presence via the planned entry of its Potato Corner brand to Laos and Taiwan. “We have already identified and finalized two more Asian markets,” Shakey’s Pizza Asia President...
Two dozen Hmong Minnesotans await deportation to Laos after new round of ICE arrests
Star Tribune - Minnesota
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July 3, 2025
Two dozen Hmong men who have lived in Minnesota for decades are being held in Minnesota and Iowa jails awaiting deportation, according to the executive director of a Twin Cities-based Hmong advocacy organization.The St. Paul field office for...
Hmong Minnesotan ordered deported to Laos speaks out about arrest: ‘It’s a tear in my heart’
Sahan Journal - Minnesota
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July 3, 2025
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Potato Corner goes to Taiwan and Laos, says parent firm Shakey’s
Manila Standard
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July 3, 2025
Shakey’s Pizza Asia Ventures Inc. plans to bring its kiosk brand Potato Corner to more countries outside the Philippines as part of its strategy to make international business a key contributor of long-term growth. Shakey’s president and chief...