- Laos, Malaysia strengthen ties in Halal industry, investment
The governments of Laos and Malaysia plan to enhance their collaboration, with a special emphasis on the Halal industry and investment opportunities. .......More>>>

- Chinese army medics to lead emergency rescue exercise
A medical team from the Chinese People’s Liberation Army arrived in Laos on Thursday for the five-day “Peace Train 2024” programme, a joint humanitarian and medical rescue exercise with a focus on emergency rescue and disaster relief. .....More>>>

- Saravan stages the Taya-Cha festival
The Taya-Cha festival, which reflects the customs of the Ta-oy ethnic group in Saravan province, kicked off on Wednesday with a colourful ceremony including traditional dances performed by schoolchildren.. .....More>>>

- UN, partners launch programmes for youth empowerment, gender equality
The Lao Women’s Union, Lao Youth Union, United Nations agencies, and key partners met in Vientiane on Tuesday to discuss new joint programmes aimed at empowering youth and reducing gender-based violence in Laos... ...More>>>

- High festival parking fees spark controversy 
That Luang festival organisers have spoken out in response to public complaints about the high cost of parking and food at the festival, with many festival-goers saying that parking attendants are charging more than the set fees.   .......More>>>