- Only three days left before Election Day
With just three days remaining, voters across the country are preparing to elect members of the new National Assembly and Provincial People’s Councils on Sunday.
Members of the National Assembly represent their constituents when making decision on issues of national importance, while Provincial People’s Councils are responsible for decision-making concerning local issues. ........More>>>
- Laos posts US$202 million trade surplus as exports surge
Laos exported goods worth more than US$886 million in January, up 36 percent from the same month last year, according to the Ministry of Industry and Commerce.
Figures from the Department of Foreign Trade show that the value of exports (excluding electricity) rose from US$649 million in January 2025 to US$886 million in January 2026............More>>>
- Tunnel drilling at Phu Bia chosen as a safer alternative to blasting
Mining operations in Xaysomboun province, carried out by Phu Bia Mining, have introduced tunnel drilling in the mountain as a safer method of mineral extraction, avoiding the risks associated with large-scale open-pit blasting.
A staff member at the Phukham project site explained that blasting large amounts of rock can pose significant safety risks to both workers and nearby communities. In addition to safety hazards, it can affect the environment through dust, loud noise, and ground vibrations. ......More>>>
- EDL signs pact with private firm to establish cyber security operations centre
The Electricite du Laos (EDL) has signed an agreement with OLV Innovation Co Ltd (OLV) to implement a Cyber Security Operations Centre (CSOC) and Cyber Threat Countermeasure Project, marking a significant step in strengthening cybersecurity for the country's critical power infrastructure........More>>>
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- Minister visits UXO clearance sites ahead of global conference
The Foreign Minister on Monday led a group of senior government officials on a field visit to Luang Prabang to monitor the progress of unexploded ordnance (UXO) in the province. s......More>>>
- Khammuan lake in the spotlight in international travel magazine
A secluded lake in central Laos is drawing international attention after being described as one of Southeast Asia’s most enchanting night-time spots.
According to the global travel media platform Travel and Tour World, the emerald-green lake stands out not only for its vivid colour but also for its tranquil night-time ambience, where limestone karsts and dense forest create a dramatic natural setting under the stars........More>>>
- Police warn of rising cybercrime, online scam threats
Cybercrime and cross-border online scam gangs are emerging as one of the most serious threats to social stability in Laos, with authorities warning that increasingly sophisticated online fraud is causing widespread financial losses. These fraudulent operations pose a serious and growing threat to members of the public, according to a report presented on February 16 by the Head of the General Police Department under the Ministry of Public Security, Major General Kongsavat Bounliang.........More>>>
- Education ministry, Australia to produce video on child protection
The Ministry of Education and Sports and the Australian government are partnering to strengthen child protection and safeguarding in schools, through a workshop on scriptwriting for video production. The workshop, taking place from February 16-19, brings together media and video production units from various departments within the ministry. The initiative is supported by the Australian government through the Basic Education Quality and Access in Laos (BEQUAL) programme..........More>>>
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