- Overseas airlines schedule new flights to Laos
Laos is set to benefit from more air links with neighbouring countries and regional travel hubs, with new and expanded services connecting Vientiane and Luang Prabang with Phnom Penh, Singapore and Bangkok.........More>>>
- Inflation rate dips to 7.7 percent in October
Inflation edged down to 7.7 percent in October compared to 7.8 percent in September, but rising electricity, fuel and food prices continue to put pressure on household budgets.......More>>>
- Laos reaffirms support for regional security at ASEAN defence meeting
The government has reiterated its commitment to regional peace, stability and defence cooperation through its participation in the 20th ASEAN Defence Ministers’ Meeting (ADMM) in the Philippines, where regional defence leaders adopted new initiatives and joint declarations........More>>>
- Familiarisation Trip 2026: Promoting wonderful Indonesia through Yogyakarta’s cultural heritage and tourism experiences
The Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia in Vientiane, in cooperation with the Tourism Department of the Provincial Government of Yogyakarta and the Association of the Indonesian Tours and Travel Agencies (ASITA) facilitated the “Familiarisation Trip (Famtrip) 2026: Journey to Wonderful Jogja”........More>>>
- Lao Brewery helps keep Laos’ boat racing heritage alive with over 4 billion kip in support
For generations, traditional boat racing festivals have brought Lao communities together in a celebration of cultural identity, unity and shared heritage......More>>>
- Cultivating a Greener Future with Coffee in Northern Laos
Sustainable coffee farming in northern Laos may offer benefits beyond household income, strengthening farmers’ connection with nature while contributing to climate change mitigation. Research in Viengkham District, Luang Prabang Province......More>>>
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- Buddhist forum backs education, AI, aid delivery
Buddhist leaders meeting in Vientiane have backed plans to expand education for monks, preserve religious texts using modern technology, and strengthen humanitarian cooperation across borders............More>>>
- Four Mekong countries beef up river patrols in crackdown on crime
Laos, China, Myanmar and Thailand have reaffirmed their intention to strengthen border security and information-sharing at the 170th Meeting on Cooperation...........More>>>
- Unitel Expands Entertainment and Digital Lifestyle Experiences in Laos via LaoTV, LaoApp, and LaoTravel
From watching television and streaming music to accessing daily convenience services and booking travel, technology is continuously transforming how people access...........More>>>
- ADB advances women’s leadership with training course
The National Commission for the Advancement of Women, Mothers and Children (NCAWMC) and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) are holding a three-day training programme in Vientiane to strengthen women’s leadership skills and promote their participation in decision-making.......More>>>
- Commerce ministry orders removal of trade barriers to boost competition
The Ministry of Industry and Commerce has ordered the removal of trade barriers to promote fair competition and facilitate the movement of goods across Laos........More>>>
- City plans year-round tourism events to boost economic growth
Vientiane tourism authorities are planning a year-round programme of events in 2027 to attract more visitors, increase tourist spending and generate new income opportunities for local businesses and communities, as authorities seek to make tourism a stronger driver of economic growth.........More>>>
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