- Govt focus on safety and sustainability while promoting hydropower dams  
The government is tightening safety measures for hydropower dams across Laos in order to promote secure and sustainable operations in the future....More>>>

- 49 people injured or killed in UXO accidents this year
A total of 49 people fell victim to UXO-related accidents this year, with 63 percent being children, it was revealed at a UXO Project Board Meeting on Thursday.....More>>>

- Lao-Korean extradition treaty moves closer to completion
Senior officials from Laos and the Republic of Korea are continuing talks on the Convention on International Cooperation in Criminal Matters and the Lao-Korea .......More>>>

- Book festival marks new chapter in efforts to foster a love of reading
The 5th Vientiane Book Festival, which is taking place at Lao-ITECC from December 19-21, features a feast of storybooks and other publications for the ......More>>>

- Tipitaka published in Pali-Lao, Lao scripts
The Lao Tipitaka has been published in both the Pali and Lao scripts, in a landmark project spearheaded by the Buddhist Fellowship Organisation of the Lao PDR .....More>>>

- Japan backs improved blood transfusion practices 
While more blood donations are necessary and members of the public are strongly encouraged to donate, it is essential to maintain quality control throughout the process through rigorous testing and proper storage of blood.......More>>>