Lao Parliament Hails Governmental Cooperation with Vietnam
The cooperation between the Vietnamese and Lao governments has contributed to taking bilateral relations to new heights, said Lao National Assembly Chairwoman, Ms Pany Yathotou.
— Lao News Agency
Former President Calls for Agriculture Promotion in Savannakhet
Former President Choummaly Sayasone has urged the authorities and people in Phonsim village, Kaisonephomvihan district, Savannakhet Province to make greater efforts to ensure increased agricultural promotion.
— Lao News Agency
Lao Ambassador Commits to Strengthening Laos-Japan Ties
The newly appointed Lao Ambassador to Japan, Mr Virod Sundara, confirmed that he would do his utmost to foster relations between Laos and Japan when presenting his credentials to Japan’s Emperor Akihito on April 11.
— Lao News Agency
Celebration of Lao New Year 2560
THE Ambassador of Laos to Brunei Darussalam, Amphay Kindavong, and spouse Phimpha Kindavong yesterday participated in the Lao New Year 2560 celebration.
— Borneo Bulletin Online
Celebrating Lao new year
“Happy Lao New Year, who’s ready to party?” blared over the loudspeakers Saturday afternoon in Lanexang Village as more than 1,000 people filtered into the neighborhood to celebrate another new year on the Laotian calendar.
— The Daily Iberian
Vientiane’s Adventurous Eats Dinner Is Not for the Squeamish
Cuisine imported from other countries is usually, out of necessity, adapted to the local palate. The original ingredients might not be readily available, or the heat and spice might be more than the average American taste buds can handle.
— Eater Philly
Houaphan Mothers Urged to Help Improve Children’s Nutritional Status
Mothers in rural and remote areas in Huaphan Province, particularly those from low income families, have been asked to by the government and international organisations to take part in improving the nutritional status of their children.
— Lao News Agency
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