New update - Japan provides US$4.5 million for UXO clearance
The Government of Japan has provided US$4.5 million to help speed up the clearance of unexploded ordnance in three southern provinces........More>>>
- Five-year average growth exceeds target at 4.24 percent despite challenges, govt says
Laos is expected to record average annual growth of 4.24 percent during the 2021-2025 period, surpassing the target of 4 percent despite multiple challenges, the government has said.
Implementation of the 9th National Socio-Economic Development Plan for 2021-2025 has faced numerous challenges, including domestic financial and economic difficulties, the lingering impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic, natural disasters, and global turbulence.......More>>>
- Korea, Laos conclude KSP 2nd phase of aviation safety project
The Republic of Korea and Laos have successfully concluded the second phase of the Knowledge Sharing Programme (KSP) project on improving aviation safety for Luang Prabang International Airport.
The project, titled “Luang Prabang International Airport Aviation Operation System Improvement Project (2nd Phase)”, aims to strengthen Laos’ aviation safety.........More>>>
- Laos launches nationwide census to ensure data accuracy
The government has launched the country’s 5th Population and Housing Census, with the collection of data set to begin on November 3. Officials will visit households across the country, aiming to provide more accurate figures about people’s living conditions and enable targeted planning to strengthen national development........More>>>
- Celebrating 15 Years of Nam Theun 2: An icon
Nam Theun 2 marks a historic milestone in 2025, celebrating 15 years since its commercial operations began on April 30, 2010. This anniversary is not only a moment of pride but a powerful opportunity to reflect on the company’s journey, its mission and its enduring commitment to sustainability........More>>>
- CARE, AgCoTech launch livestock project to boost smallholder farmers’ livelihoods in Luang Prabang
Luang Prabang, October 17, 2025 — CARE International in Laos, in collaboration with the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment and the private company AgCoTech, has launched a new initiative aimed at strengthening livestock systems and improving rural livelihoods in northern Luang Prabang province........More>>>
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- Farmers outline concerns around social security schemes
Smallholder Vientiane farmers and in Vientiane, Xiengkhouang and Champasak provinces have voiced their concerns around social security systems and membership in such schemes..........More>>>
- Law enforcement studies help students combat wildlife crime
A two-year partnership between the Wildlife Conservation Society and the Faculty of Law and Political Science at the National University of Laos has strengthened the country’s legal capacity to address complex wildlife crimes through research, training and hands-on experience......More>>>
- Lao Journalists’ Association welcomes new members to enhance professionalism
The Lao Journalists’ Association (LJA) officially welcomed four new members during a ceremony held in Vientiane, as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen the capacity of Lao media personnel in the digital age, particularly in areas related to artificial intelligence (AI) and journalists’ rights and responsibilities.......More>>>
- World Standards Day highlights power of global cooperation
Marking World Standards on October 14, the government emphasised the importance of international collaboration in advancing sustainable development, particularly under Sustainable Development Goal 17: Partnerships for the Goals......More>>>
- Laos reaffirms commitment to ASEAN disaster resilience efforts
The government has praised the significant achievements made under the ASEAN Agreement on Disaster Management and Emergency Response (AADMER), highlighting......More>>>
- Minister calls for improved public works, transport in Phongsaly
All 503 villages in Phongsaly province now have road access, marking a major milestone in local infrastructure development, the Minister of Public Works and Transport was told during aworking visit to the province on Friday........More>>>
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