- Public works dept vows to clear blocked drains as flooding persists
The Vientiane Department of Public Works and Transport has told the Vientiane People’s Council it has a budget of 7.2 billion kip to clear blocked drains on 32 roads this year, to prevent further flooding......More>>>

- Vientiane eyes Laos-China railway as route to tourism success
Vientiane authorities will encourage tourism-related businesses to make full use of the Laos-China railway, the Vientiane-Vangvieng expressway and other roads to link up with tourism routes in neighbouring provinces and countries, with the ultimate aim of turning the city into a tourism hub.....​​..More>>>

- Lao official highlights outcomes of President To Lam’s state visit
VIENTIANE (Vietnam News) — The recent state visit to Laos by President To Lam is a success and holds great significance to the special relationship between Vietnam and its Southeast Asian neighbour, a Lao official said on Monday........More>>>

- Vientiane farmers call for more government support
Farmers in Vientiane have asked the government for support in lowering the costs involved in agricultural production and in preventing the unauthorised import of agricultural produce so that Lao growers can corner a larger market share.. .......More>>>

- Elevated dengue fever activity reported in early July
Public health officials have reported an additional 1,794 cases of dengue fever this month, with most occurring in Xekong province and Vientiane, bringing the total for the year to 7,072 cases........More>>>