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Samba shines as Nepal start Asian Cup qualifiers with dominant victory over Laos
The Kathmandu Post
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The national women’s football team made their 100th international game, and new head coach Patrick De Wilde’s first game, a memorable one with a 9-0 win over Laos at the inaugural game of Group F of the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Qualifiers in...
Lao gov't aims for economic growth, disaster control
Xinhua News Agency
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VIENTIANE, June 26 (Xinhua) -- The Lao government has discussed disaster preparedness, flood relief and ongoing poverty reduction efforts during the recent monthly meeting for June. The meeting, held from Tuesday to Wednesday, discussed disaster...
Vietnamese, Lao young officers exchange
People's Army Newspaper
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The Lao delegation was accompanied by representatives from the Military Youth Advisory Board under the General Department of Political Affairs of the Vietnam People’s Army and was received by the unit’s Commander Major General Tran Quang Tuan. At...
Laos and Japan Sign ¥420 Million Human Resource Development Scholarship Agreement
Lao News Agency
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KPL The Governments of Laos and Japan signed an agreement on June 25 for the exchange of documents under Japan’s Human Resource Development Scholarship Project (JDS), valued at ¥420 million (approximately USD 2.6 million). The signing ceremony...
Lao PDR, Australia, and ESCAP Launch LIFT 4 Laos to Boost Investment, Economic Resilience
Lao News Agency
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KPL New AUD 2.1 million initiative to enhance the Lao PDR’s investment in climate, foster sustainable growth, and deepen regional cooperation. (KPL) New AUD 2.1 million initiative to enhance the Lao PDR’s investment in climate, foster sustainable...
Lao Youth Festival 2025 Opens with Focus on Digital Innovation and Future Leadership
Lao News Agency
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KPL The Lao People’s Revolutionary Youth Union officially launched the 2025 Lao Youth Festival on June 25 at the old building of Lao‑ITECC. The event will run until June 29 under the theme: “New-era Youth Elevating Digital Innovation.” (KPL) The...
Laos National Assembly Wraps Productive Session: 12 Laws Passed, Election Prep Underway
Lao News Agency
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KPL Vice President Sounthone Sayachak highlights legislative achievements and outlines a roadmap for 2025–2030 reforms ahead of pivotal elections. (KPL) The National Assembly of the Lao People’s Democratic Republic concluded its 9th Ordinary...
Jessica Magufuli: Reactions as late president's daughter expresses interest in...
TUKO
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June 28, 2025
Former Tanzanian President John Magufuli’s daughter, Jessica, took a bold political step that has elicited national interest Clad in CCM’s signature yellow and green, she officially picked up nomination forms to contest Her move, widely celebrated...
Nepal thrash Laos 9–0 in Women’s Asian Cup Qualifiers as Samba shines on captaincy debut
The Kathmandu Post
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Nepal kicked off their AFC Women’s Asian Cup Qualifiers campaign in a spectacular fashion, routing Laos 9–0 at the Milliy Stadium in Tashkent on Sunday. The emphatic victory marks Nepal’s 100th international match and their best-ever result in...
Border conflict has no impact on Thai exports; government plans long-term response
Pattaya Mail
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June 28, 2025
Minister Narumon assures Thai agricultural exports remain stable amid Thai-Cambodian border tensions, with government plans for long-term mitigation. BANGKOK, Thailand – Thailand’s Minister of Agriculture and Cooperatives has assured that the...
Nepal thrashes Laos 9–0 in AFC Women’s Asian Cup Qualifiers Opener
Nepal News
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KATHMANDU: Nepal began their AFC Women’s Asian Cup Qualifiers campaign with a resounding 9–0 win over Laos at Pakhtakor Stadium in Uzbekistan. Captain Sabitra Bhandari, also known as ‘Samba’, delivered a sensational performance, scoring five...
Laos expands clean water access in remote areas
Xinhua News Agency
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VIENTIANE, June 25 (Xinhua) -- Lao authorities are partnering with development partners to ensure year-round access to safe and sustainable water in remote and climate-vulnerable areas, supporting national goals for water security, public health,...
South Korea develops world’s 1st recombinant anthrax vaccine
Inquirer
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July 7, 2025
SEOUL — South Korea has developed the world’s first recombinant protein-based anthrax vaccine, a major step toward self-sufficiency that could also open export markets for the new vaccine with fewer side effects, the government said. The Korea...
Gold-rich Laos hits mother lode with S-E Asia’s first bullion bank amid inflation, currency blues
The Business Times Singapore
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June 29, 2025
[VIENTIANE] In the heart of a resource-rich continent famed for metals and gems, one of South-east Asia’s smallest economies quietly launched the region’s first dedicated gold bank – a bold bid to draw tonnes of the precious yellow metal back into...
Laos moves to align tax system with int'l standards
Xinhua News Agency
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VIENTIANE, June 25 (Xinhua) -- Laos is reviewing a revised draft of the Income Tax Law to close legal loopholes, strengthen revenue collection, and align the country's tax system with international standards, marking a significant step toward...
Singapore urges calm as PM Wong calls for balance in a world caught between superpowers
The Independent Singapore
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June 29, 2025
CHINA: Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong’s prominent official visit to China, his first sanctioned tour outside Southeast Asia since taking office in May, has underscored Southeast Asia’s larger diplomatic plan—an expanding commitment to...
Lao Government Voices Concern Over Regional, Global Tensions
The Laotian Times
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June 25, 2025
Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone has voiced serious concerns about rising regional tensions and global instability, warning of their potential impact on Laos’s economy and security. Speaking during a session at the Prime Minister’s Office on 24...
Laos Proposes Tax Relief for Small Businesses Under Revised Income Tax Law
The Laotian Times
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June 25, 2025
On 24 June, Laos proposed amending the Income Tax Law to exempt unprofitable small businesses from taxes, aiming to ease their burden and improve tax efficiency, Finance Minister Santiphab Phomvihane said. Under the new system, micro-enterprises...
Government Holds Monthly Meeting for June 2025
Lao News Agency
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KPL On June 24, 2025, the Government of the Lao PDR held its regular monthly meeting at the Office of the Prime Minister. (KPL) On June 24, 2025, the Government of the Lao PDR held its regular monthly meeting at the Office of the Prime Minister....
Nepali women’s football team gears up for 100th international match in Uzbekistan
OnlineKhabar
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June 29, 2025
Group F matches of the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Qualifiers are set to begin in Uzbekistan from today. With the goal of qualifying for the Asian Cup, Nepal will kick off its campaign by playing against new rival Laos. This match will be a historic...