#ImmunizationForAll can protect us from preventable diseases. 🇦🇺 together with the 🇱🇦 Ministry of Health, World Health Organization (WHO), UNICEF Laos & Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance celebrated #ImmunizationWeek & announced a measles & rubella vaccination campaign to provide Lao children with better protection

🇱🇦 amendment of the Law on the Protection of the Rights and Interests of Children marks a step forward in creating a safer environment for all children

🇱🇦 is a valued partner in delivering our Comprehensive Strategic Partnership with ASEAN. Great to discuss #ASEAN cooperation with the Vice Minister for Foreign Affairs & our dedicated support for 🇱🇦 as ASEAN Chair #ASEAN 50AUS

Was an honour to reflect, remember & commemorate those who lost their lives serving 🇦🇺 this #ANZACDay . Thank you to the 🇦🇺 & NZ communities, our 🇱🇦 friends & the diplomatic corps who joined the ceremony #LestWeForget

🇦🇺 supported consultations on a roadmap for adoption of the #ASEAN Declaration on Strengthening Care Economy & Resilience Towards ASEAN Community Post-2025. Empowering women & girls to reach their fullest potential is a shared goal of 🇱🇦, 🇦🇺 & ASEAN #ASEAN 50AUS

On #ANZACDay we commemorate the 🇦🇺 & 🇳🇿 Army Corps landings at Gallipoli in 1915 #LestWeForget . We also pay respect to those who have served & continue to serve in military & peacekeeping operations around the world

🇦🇺&🇱🇦 are cooperating on green energy transition. Delighted to host Minister for Energy & Mines HE Phosay Sayasone to discuss our 🇦🇺-🇱🇦 Sustainable Energy Partnership & 🇦🇺’s Southeast Asia Economic Strategy to 2040. Visits to Qld & Vic will showcase 🇦🇺 renewable energy expertise.

Visiting 🇦🇺 experts shared views on developing the cattle industry in 🇱🇦 & regional #agribusiness trends & opportunities. Australia is actioning the Southeast Asia Economic Strategy, which identifies agriculture as a priority for trade & investment in Laos 🐮 #AusSEAInvested

🇦🇺 & 🇱🇦 co-chaired an ASEAN-Australia finance dialogue in the margins of ASEAN meetings in #LuangPrabang . Through 🇦🇺's Southeast Asia Economic Strategy & Sustainable Finance Strategy we’re committed to advancing economic development in the region #AusSEAInvested #ASEAN50AUS

Happy 30th anniversary of the 1st 🇱🇦-🇹🇭 #FriendshipBridge ! A milestone in regional connectivity funded by 🇦🇺. Thank you to Deputy PMs Saleumxay & Parnpree, Mayor of #Vientiane & Governor of #Nongkhai for celebrating with us

🇦🇺 is proud to be a part of 🇱🇦 land-linked journey. Looking forward to commemorating 30 years since the opening of the 1st Lao-Thai #FriendshipBridge in #Vientiane this weekend

Thanks to Health Minister Dr Bounfeng for a great discussion of our strong 🇱🇦-🇦🇺 health partnership. Australia is committed to helping build the capacity of the Lao health sector to advance access to quality health services for all

#OnThisDay 50 years ago the 1st meeting between ASEAN Secretaries-General and Australian officials was held in #Canberra . This year we celebrate all 🇦🇺 & #ASEAN have achieved together for our region & look forward to our partnership for the future #ASEAN 50AUS

Lao New Year known as Pi Mai Lao is a time for togetherness, water celebrations, cleansing & renewal. Wishing everyone in 🇱🇦 a healthy and prosperous New Year. Sok Dee Pi Mai! 🐘

A valuable trip to #Huaphan to learn about the province's rich history & visit the historic caves of 🇱🇦 Party leaders. 🇦🇺 company Narrowcasters' audio tour made the experience even more powerful

As part of implementing 🇦🇺’s Southeast Asia Economic Strategy to 2040, the Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced a Business Champion for every ASEAN country. Delighted to be working with agribusiness leader Chick Olsson on trade & investment opportunities in 🇱🇦 #AusSEAInvested

🇱🇦 & 🇦🇺 through ACIAR have partnered for over 20 years on agricultural research, driving development & transforming lives. Pleased that a recent evaluation highlights positive impacts on fish habitats, forest plantations & groundwater irrigation
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On my first school visit in 🇱🇦 I was joined by the Minister of Education & Sports. Through the #BEQUAL program 🇦🇺 has helped classrooms become vibrant spaces where children's curiosity & creativity flourishes 📚✏️

🇦🇺 welcomes the appointment of Julie Bishop as the new @UnitedNations Special Envoy on Myanmar. Australia will work closely with her, 🇱🇦 & the Special Envoy of the ASEAN Chair on 🇲🇲
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Pleasure to have Michelle Chan in #Vientiane advancing Australia’s cooperation & commitments under the 🇱🇦-🇦🇺 Comprehensive Partnership, #Mekong -Australia Partnership & Southeast Asia Economic Strategy #ASEAN50AUS