World : Top News Headlines In Indonesia, Laos, Myanmar, Singapore & Vietnam: June 20, 2025

INDONESIA   1.PRABOWO SHORES UP TIES WITH PUTIN -- THE JAKARTA POST President Prabowo Subianto shored up ties with Russia in a bilateral talk with President Vladimir Putin in the northern Russian city of Saint Petersburg on Thursday, exploring ways to …

Follow the river: how to crack the rich secrets of undiscovered Laos

Vang Vieng: Once known as a backpacker haven famous for river tubing, the mountain town has grown into a popular base for adventure activities like rock climbing. Bokeo Nature Reserve: In the northern jungle, you'll find The Gibbon Experience, where …

Laos gears up to mark 75th anniversary of Lao Front for National Development

VIENTIANE, June 19 (Xinhua) -- The Lao Front for National Development (LFND) is preparing to host a series of nationwide events to celebrate its 75th anniversary, which falls on Aug. 13, showcasing its historic contributions to national unity, liberation, …

First Equestrian Federation in Laos Sets Stage for Horse Sport Growth

Laos officially entered the world of horse sport with the establishment of its first Equestrian Federation on 26 May. Equestrian sport will make its official national debut at the upcoming 12th National Games, to be held in Vientiane Capital from 15 to 25 …

Laos Celebrates International Day of the Midwife with Renewed Commitment to Maternal Health

On 18 June, Laos joined the global community in celebrating the International Day of the Midwife, honoring the vital role midwives play in safeguarding maternal and newborn health, especially in remote and underserved communities.  Held in Vientiane, the …

Laos Undertakes Major Government Reshuffle Amid Structural Reforms

The Lao government has carried out a sweeping reshuffle, replacing or reassigning nine ministers along with the Governor of the Bank of the Lao PDR.  The overhaul is part of a broader reform effort aimed at consolidating ministries and streamlining state …

Laos strengthens rainy season disaster preparedness

VIENTIANE, June 19 (Xinhua) -- To ensure timely and effective disaster preparedness during the 2025 rainy season, the Lao government is urging officials at all levels to closely monitor conditions and implement response plans for potential hazards, …

Laos' Luang Prabang seeks economic growth while preserving world heritage status

VIENTIANE, June 19 (Xinhua) -- Northern Laos' Luang Prabang province will intensify socio-economic development efforts by focusing on tourism, agriculture, and logistics as key pillars to build a strong and self-sufficient economy while preserving its …

Việt Nam, Laos strengthen media cooperation

Laos pushes forward e-commerce dispute settlement

VIENTIANE, June 18 (Xinhua) -- Representatives from the Lao Ministry of Industry and Commerce, development partners, and e-commerce businesses have gathered to review and discuss the draft complaint mechanism aimed at strengthening e-commerce dispute …