Lao Morning News For March 5

New software to help with collection of climate data
The use of Kobo toolbox software will enable officials to make more effective decisions regarding the planning and implementation of climate-resilient infrastructure development projects.
— Vientiane Times

Building bridges between Laos and Thailand for better lives
Waking up in one country and shopping in another may sound like the life of a high-flying chief executive, but not for Vannasinh Phrasavath, who does it every time she needs groceries.
— Channel NewsAsia

Australia, EU give boost to Lao education with new schools
Teachers and students in Savannakhet province will have 40 new primary schools, supported by the Australian government and the European Union (EU), to improve basic education quality and boost school enrollment.
— Vientiane Times

Japanese ambassador: Spread the message about Laos’ charms to Japanese tourists
The many attractions of Laos are unknown to most Japanese so the number of its citizens visiting the country has not reached its full potential, the Japanese Ambassador to Laos said in a recent interview.
— Vientiane Times

Hong Kong Adventist Hospital helps set up dental clinic in Laos
Late last year, a dental clinic sponsored by the Hong Kong Adventist Hospital (HKAH) began its operation in Lao People’s Democratic Republic. Several high-ranking government officials, including the ones overseeing religious affairs, attended the opening ceremony.
— Adventist News Network

China hands over aid to Lao party
Office stationery, aided by the Communist Party of China (CPC) to Lao People’s Revolutionary Party (LPRP), has been delivered to Lao capital Vientiane, Chinese embassy official told Xinhua on Saturday.
— China.org

Media get firsthand view of Japan’s development projects in Laos
Reporters last week visited four development projects run by the Japanese government in Vientiane and Vientiane province to learn more about the projects’ goals and opportunities and deepen their understanding of Japan’s development cooperation in Laos.
— Vientiane Times

All-China Women’s Federation’s aid to Lao Women’s Union handed over
The handing over ceremony for assistance from All-China Women’s Federation to Lao Women’s Union was held here on Friday afternoon, the Chinese embassy told Xinhua on Saturday.
— Xinhua Net

Ministry to reassess centres of education for resumption of bachelor degrees
The Ministry of Education and Sports is planning to inspect the quality of state and private institutions and colleges with a view to allowing them to resume bachelor degree and other higher level courses.
— Vientiane Times

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