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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...
Laos, Vietnam to boost long-standing friendship
Xinhua News Agency
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VIENTIANE, July 2 (Xinhua) -- High-ranking officials from Laos and Vietnam convened in southern Laos' Champasak province for the 30th meeting of special task forces of both governments to discuss ongoing efforts to strengthen a special friendship...
Vientiane Province Mandates Illegal Vehicles Registeration
The Laotian Times
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July 2, 2025
Owners of illegal or undocumented vehicles in Muen district, Vientiane Province, must register their vehicles within 45 days of 30 June, following a new directive issued by local authorities. The order is part of a broader campaign to crack down...
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...
‘Looking to the Next 70 Years’: US and Laos Celebrate Enduring Friendship
The Laotian Times
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July 3, 2025
On 2 July, the United States Embassy in Laos hosted an Independence Day celebration at Crowne Plaza in Vientiane Capital. Held on the first floor of the hotel, the cocktail-style event welcomed guests from across the government, diplomatic, and...
Korea Supports Laos in Enhancing Aviation Safety and Inspector Capacity
Lao News Agency
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KPL The second phase of the Knowledge Sharing Program (KSP) project, titled "Luang Prabang International Airport Aviation Operation System Improvement Project (2nd Phase)," was officially launched at a seminar held on July 1 in Vientiane. (KPL)...
Honouring Friendship: U.S. Marks 249th Independence Day and 70 Years of Full Diplomatic Relations with Laos
Lao News Agency
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KPL U.S. Ambassador to the Lao PDR, Heather Variava, hosted a reception in Vientiane on July 2 to commemorate the 249th anniversary of the United States’ independence and the 70th anniversary of full diplomatic relations between the United States...
Laos steps up AI application in education development
VietnamPlus
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July 1, 2025
Hanoi (VNA) – A symposium highlighting practical applications of artificial intelligence (AI) in education was held in Laos on June 30, aiming to enhance awareness of AI among principals and teachers from private schools nationwide. Hosted by the...
Laos, Thailand to enhance cooperation in cross-border drug smuggling crackdown
Xinhua News Agency
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VIENTIANE, July 1 (Xinhua) -- Representatives from the Lao Ministry of Public Security and the Committee on Laws, Justice and Police Affairs of the Thai Senate met to strengthen cooperation in combating cross-border drug smuggling and advancing a...
Severe Weather Alert: Heavy Rains, Flash Floods & Landslides Expected Across Laos
Lao News Agency
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KPL The Department of Meteorology and Hydrology reports that a prevailing low-pressure system combined with an active southwesterly monsoon is bringing widespread rainfall across Laos. Light to moderate rain is forecast nationwide, while some...
Shakey’s aims to bring Potato Corner to Taiwan, Laos
Rappler
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July 3, 2025
This is AI generated summarization, which may have errors. For context, always refer to the full article. The company behind Shakey's, Potato Corner, and Peri-Peri is earmarking P1 billion in capital expenditures to fuel its expansions MANILA,...
Laos-China Railway reports record freight growth
Fresh Plaza
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July 1, 2025
The Laos-China Railway marked a new phase of its growth, as it facilitated the transport of over 2.48 million tons of goods valued at over CNY 10 billion (USD 1.4 billion) between January and May, as reported by Chinese customs via Xinhua. The...
World : Top News Headlines In Indonesia, Laos, Myanmar, Singapore, Thailand & Vietnam: July 3, 2025
Bernama
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July 3, 2025
INDONESIA 1. PRABOWO IN SAUDI TO TACKLE HAJ ISSUES -- THE JAKARTA POST Indonesia’s haj management is set to become a key focus of President Prabowo Subianto’s first state visit to Saudi Arabia this week, officials have confirmed, as Jakarta faces...
Laos Aims to Integrate AI for Education Enhancement
MENAFN
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July 1, 2025
(MENAFN) The Association of Private Education in Laos recently hosted a workshop designed to explore the practical uses of artificial intelligence (AI) in the education sector, aiming to strengthen AI knowledge among private school principals and...
Vietnam-Laos solidarity honored with monument handover
People's Army Newspaper
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The project to renovate, upgrade, and expand the monument site was a gift from the Vietnamese task force to its Lao counterpart, with a total value of 54 billion VND (2.06 million USD). The Lao side served as project investor, while the...
Laos and India Strengthen Trade and Industry Cooperation
Lao News Agency
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KPL Laos and India have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral cooperation in trade, industry, and investment. The discussion took place over the weekend during a meeting between Mr. Malaythong Kommasith, Minister of Industry and...