5th January 2024 post by MOIT Vietnam

During a state visit to Vietnam, Lao Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone and his wife, along with a high-ranking Lao government delegation, will officially attend the 46th Vietnam-Laos Bilateral Cooperation Committee meeting, which is scheduled to take place on January 6-7.

1st January 2024 post by MOIT Vietnam

Laos expects to export electricity worth more than 2,453 million USD in 2024, and minerals worth 1,525 million USD, bringing the total revenue from these two key economic sectors to approximately 4 billion USD.

14th December 2023 post by MOIT Vietnam

Vientiane, Laos – In a significant move to increase agricultural commodity production, the Lao government has unveiled a series of credit policies aimed at easing farmers' and entrepreneurs' access to low-interest capital from financial institutions and microenterprise promotion funds. Historically, many producers and businesses in the agricultural sector have struggled to secure affordable financing, often resorting to high-interest, short-term loans due to limited government funding and a lack of specific credit policies for agricultural production and processing.

14th December 2023 post by MOIT Vietnam

In the remote northern reaches of Vietnam’s Central Highlands, a landmark not only marks the convergence of three nations but also symbolizes the enduring trust and solidarity among Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia. Known as the “Tri-Border Landmark” or “Indochina Tripoint”, this famed location is often poetically described as a place where “the crowing of a rooster is heard across three countries”. It is set to host significant symbolic activities as part of the inaugural Vietnam-Laos-Cambodia Defense Border Friendship Exchange program on December 14.

12th December 2023 post by MOIT Vietnam

On December 11, a significant dialogue took place in Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC) between leaders from HCMC and Vientiane, marking a step forward in the special relationship between the two cities. The meeting was chaired by Mr. Nguyen Van Nen, Politburo Member and Secretary of the HCMC Party Committee, and Mr. Anouphap Tounalom, Secretary of the Central Party Committee, Secretary of the Vientiane Party Committee, and Chairman of the Vientiane People's Council.