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Laos opens new fuel import route to ensure steady energy supply
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Xinhua News Agency
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VIENTIANE, Oct. 8 (Xinhua) -- The Lao State Fuel Company has opened a new fuel import route through Vietnam's Nghi Son Port to enhance energy security and ensure a stable fuel supply to Laos, Lao Economic Daily reported on Wednesday. The route...
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Malaysia football team focused on Laos match despite FIFA sanctions
THE Malaysian football team intends to block out outside noise and focus fully on their upcoming match against Laos despite FIFA’s recent sanctions. Harimau Malaya head coach Peter Cklamovski stressed that the FIFA accusations have not affected...
Cklamovski won't let FIFA issue affect players' focus ahead of Laos match
PETALING JAYA: While the Malaysian national football team remain under the world’s spotlight, coach Peter Cklamovski is trying his best to keep the players’ focus on their 2027 Asian Cup qualifier against Laos at the New Laos Stadium on Thursday...
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Malaysia Focused On Task At Hand Against Laos Despite FIFA Sanctions - Cklamovski
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 8 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian football team, still reeling from FIFA's accusations of forging the documents of seven heritage players, intend to block out the outside noise and focus on on-field matters. Harimau Malaya head coach...
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6th Meeting of ASEAN-Russia Think Tanks Network Held in Vientiane
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Lao News Agency
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KPL The 6th Meeting of the Network of ASEAN-Russia Think Tanks (NARTT) was held in Vientiane from October 7–8, 2025, under the theme “ASEAN-Russia Strategic Partnership for Sustainable Peace and Development.” (KPL) The 6th Meeting of the Network...
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Vietnam accelerates transmission projects to support power imports from Laos
Hanoi (VNA) – The National Power Transmission Corporation (EVNNPT) is accelerating two key 220 kV transmission line projects - Tuong Duong–Do Luong and Do Luong–Nam Cam - to strengthen power supply in Nghe An province and enable electricity...
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Vientiane Lights Up for the Fire Boat Festival, Celebrating the End of Buddhist Lent
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Lao News Agency
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KPL The capital city of Laos was aglow last night as thousands gathered along the banks of the Mekong River and at local temples to celebrate the spectacular Fire Boat Festival (Lai Heua Fai), marking the End of Buddhist Lent on October 7, 2025....
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Kim Jong Un meets Laos leader for first summit talks, vowing to boost ties
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un held talks with his Laotian counterpart Thongloun Sisoulith in Pyongyang on Tuesday, according to DPRK state media, where the two promised to keep “boosting mutual cooperation.” The Korean Central News Agency (KCNA)...
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Laos Taps Hydropower Surplus for Cryptocurrency Mining
Laos is leveraging its hydropower surplus to explore cryptocurrency mining amid rising national debt. The government seeks to monetize excess electricity, generating foreign currency while diversifying state revenue sources. Monetizing Hydropower...
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Laos Celebrates 31st National Teacher’s Day
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Lao News Agency
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KPL On October 6, schools across the country held ceremonies to celebrate the 31st anniversary of Lao National Teacher's Day (Oct 7, 1994 - 2025). The celebrations featured a variety of joyous activities, including lectures, poetry readings...
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Laos Records 9,372 Dengue Fever Cases in First Nine Months of 2025
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Lao News Agency
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KPL Laos has reported a total of 9,372 dengue fever cases, including one death, from January to September 2025, according to the Ministry of Health. In its report released on Monday, the ministry stated that the highest number of infections was...
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Laos Reports Over 9,400 Dengue Fever Cases in the First Nine Months of 2025
Dengue fever continues to challenge communities across Laos, with 9,408 infections and one death recorded between January and September 2025, according to the Ministry of Health. Vientiane Capital has borne the brunt of the outbreak, reporting...
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World News | China Premier to Attend N Korea's Ruling Party's 80th Anniv; Vietnam, Laos, Russia Leaders to Also Visit
Beijing [China]/ Seoul [South Korea], October 7 (ANI): China's Premier Li Qiang and Vietnam's top leader, To Lam, will visit North Korea to mark celebrations of the 80th anniversary of its ruling Workers Party of Korea on Friday, North Korean...
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Tavanh Sengdala Wins First Laos Young Barista Championship 2025
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Lao News Agency
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KPL In a thrilling showcase of talent and passion, Mr. Tavanh Sengdala emerged as the winner of the first-ever Laos Young Barista Championship 2025, held during the International Coffee and Tea Day (ICTD) celebrations. His exceptional performance...
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China Premier to attend N Korea’s ruling party’s 80th anniv; Vietnam, Laos, Russia leaders to also visit
Beijing [China]/ Seoul [South Korea], October 7 (ANI): China's Premier Li Qiang and Vietnam's top leader, To Lam, will visit North Korea to mark celebrations of the 80th anniversary of its ruling Workers Party of Korea on Friday, North Korean...
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Laos records 9,372 dengue fever cases in first 9 months
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Xinhua News Agency
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VIENTIANE, Oct. 6 (Xinhua) -- Laos has recorded 9,372 dengue fever cases, including one death, from January to September 2025, according to the Ministry of Health. According to the ministry's report on Monday, the highest number of cases occurred...
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Laos Opens New Fuel Import Route via Vietnam to Boost Northern Energy Supply
On 4 October, the Lao Petroleum Authority (LPA) officially opened a new fuel import route through the Nghi Son Special Economic Zone Port in Thanh Hoa Province, Vietnam. The official ceremony was held at the Na Thong Fuel Depot in Sam Neua...
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Top News Headlines In Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, The Philippines, Singapore, Thailand & Vietnamp: Oct 7, 2025
CAMBODIA 1.INDONESIA-CAMBODIA TEAMING UP TO PROTECT FISHERIES -- FRESH NEWS Indonesia and Cambodia will work on promoting the quality and safety of fish products. Both parties signed a statement that would pave the way for the conclusion of a...
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World : Top News Headlines In Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, The Philippines, Singapore, Thailand & Vietnamp: Oct 7, 2025
CAMBODIA 1.INDONESIA-CAMBODIA TEAMING UP TO PROTECT FISHERIES -- FRESH NEWS Indonesia and Cambodia will work on promoting the quality and safety of fish products. Both parties signed a statement that would pave the way for the conclusion of a...
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Success Stories From 35 Years Of Partnership Between ACIAR And Laos
Leading forestry research with ACIAR Dr Somvang Phimmavong is Director General of the Department of Forestry at the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment. In 2008, he received a John Allwright Fellowship to complete his PhD at the University of...
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