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Citizens of the Republic of Korea visiting Laos can now stay in the country for up to 30 days without a visa, following an extension of the visa exemption scheme which comes into effect today.  Meanwhile, a visa exemption for Lao and Norwegian diplomats will also ...

Australia has a clear policy on supporting cooperation and development in the region including Laos, with which it has enjoyed uninterrupted diplomatic relations for over 65 years. More ...

The State Audit Organisation for the northern region will investigate the financial practices of 15 government departments in Xieng Khuang province following the appointment of new Party leaders earlier this month.More ...

Finance authorities expect to begin collecting land tax through banks from next year in a bid to modernise tax payment through the use of an electronic system.More ...

Foreign countries have continued to convey messages of sympathy to the Lao government and the families of those who lost their lives or houses in the flood caused by the collapse of the dam in Attapeu province.More ...

The Ministries of Foreign Affairs of Laos and Vietnam discussed domestic and international issues of mutual interest at a meeting held last week in Hanoi, Vietnam.More ...

Laos and the United Kingdom (UK) have strengthened cooperation in various areas to help Laos graduate from Least Developed Country status into an era of sustainable development.More ...

Nine pressing issues were tabled at the government’s monthly meeting yesterday, highlighting the government’s recovery response and relief efforts in flooded areas around the country.More ...

A delegation from the Lao Front for National Development (LFND) recently visited Xayaboury province to promote its role, which contributes to the national socio-economic development plan.More ...

The Ministry of Public Works and Transport has been told to take serious action to prevent abuse of power by officials and corruption in the sector.More ...