Japanese company SKYLARK Holding Co., Ltd., known for importing Lao coffee to Japan, has been actively supporting education and cultural exchange in Laos. Through a partnership with the non-profit organisation Action with Lao Children (ALC), the company has donated over twenty thousand books to Lao children since 2011. Their contributions also include building libraries in primary and secondary schools, with an emphasis on creating visually engaging books to inspire young readers from diverse ethnic backgrounds.

Looking ahead, SKYLARK Holding Co., Ltd. plans to provide scholarships for Lao students to pursue bachelor’s degrees in Japan. Candidates will be selected through a process managed by ALC in coordination with provincial Education and Sports Departments. These scholarships aim to offer life-changing opportunities and strengthen educational ties between the two nations.

The company funds its initiatives through proceeds from Lao coffee sales in Japan and highlights the need for direct flights between Laos and Japan to further enhance communication and cooperation. As Laos and Japan prepare to celebrate seventy years of diplomatic relations in 2025, these efforts represent a meaningful contribution to their shared vision of mutual growth and understanding.

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