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From Ghana to Guyana: Is PM Modi’s Global South push India’s silent strategy to lead a new post-West world order?
The Economic Times
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July 4, 2025
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is currently on a five-nation tour from July 2 to 9, and it's becoming clear that these visits are about more than just diplomacy and photo-ops. Over the past year, Modi’s foreign trips, especially to countries across...
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....
Lao Prime Minister Receives Japan’s Grand Cordon of the Order of the Rising Sun
The Laotian Times
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July 4, 2025
The Japanese Emperor awarded Lao Prime Minister (PM) Sonexay Siphandone the Grand Cordon of the Order of the Rising Sun on 3 July, in recognition of his outstanding contributions to enhancing relations between Laos and Japan. The award, conferred...
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...
Minister of Education and Sports Welcomes New UNICEF Representative
Lao News Agency
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KPL Minister of Education and Sports, Mr. Thongsalith Mangnormek, welcomed Mr. Bilal Aurang Zeb Durrani, the newly appointed UNICEF Country Representative to the Lao PDR, during a courtesy visit at the Ministry on July 2. (KPL) Minister of...
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...
Politics AFP US Supreme Court approves deportation of migrants to South Sudan
Yahoo News
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The US Supreme Court on Thursday gave the green light for the Trump administration to deport a group of migrants stranded at an American military base in Djibouti to war-torn South Sudan. The decision by the conservative-dominated top court comes...
Lao gov't boosts AI efforts to improve living standards
Xinhua News Agency
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VIENTIANE, July 3 (Xinhua) -- The Lao government is ramping up efforts to harness artificial intelligence (AI) to promote inclusive development and improve quality of life. A high-level dialogue was held recently in the Lao capital Vientiane,...
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...
Việt Nam sets two-tier local government system
Vietnam News Agency
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Starting July 1, Việt Nam's is implementing a two-tier local administration model nationwide, comprising 34 provinces and cities (reduced from 63), with districts abolished under the biggest restructuring in the country's history. This marks the...
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 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...
New Law in Minnesota Sets Aside Additional Funds for Veterans
KQ92 - Minnesota
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July 3, 2025
Starting July 1, 2025, Minnesota will implement a new law that increases veterans and military affairs funding by $50.5 million over previous levels, bringing total spending to $365.23 million for the 2026–27 biennium. The Department of Veterans...
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...
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...
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 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 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...
Prime Minister Sonexay Receives Japan’s Grand Cordon of the Order of the Rising Sun
Lao News Agency
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KPL On July 3, 2025, Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone was awarded the Grand Cordon of the Order of the Rising Sun, one of Japan’s highest honors, in recognition of his significant contributions to strengthening Lao-Japanese relations. (KPL) On...