- PM calls for stronger regulation of Golden Triangle SEZ
Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone has called for tighter oversight and more sustainable development of the Golden Triangle Special Economic Zone (GTSEZ), where investments have reached around US$10 billion since 2007.........More>>>
-Additional JPY 1 billion to enhance capacity, safety and passenger experience at Wattay Int’l Airport
The Ministry of Finance and the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) have formalised an amendment to their grant agreement, providing an additional JPY 1 billion for the ongoing improvement of Vientiane International Airport, commonly known as Wattay International Airport, reinforcing a flagship infrastructure project that serves as a gateway connecting Laos to the world.....More>>>
- Lao PDR Clean Energy Day 2026 to promote Laos’ energy transition
Policymakers, industry leaders and development partners will gather in Vientiane on September 3 for Clean Energy Day 2026, an event aimed at promoting dialogue and cooperation on the future of clean energy in Laos.....More>>>
-Northern Lao teas win big at Hong Kong International Tea Fair 2026
A delegation of Northern Lao tea producers successfully showcased the distinguished Laos’ specialty teas and coffee to the Hong Kong International Tea Fair and Food Expo PRO from 13–15 August 2026, securing two major international awards at the official Hong Kong Tea Competition 2026.
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-Govt ramps up firearms control
The government is stepping up efforts to combat the illegal manufacture, trade, and possession of firearms and all forms of explosives, with authorities calling for stronger enforcement and greater public participation in weapons control.........More>>>
-Govt cracks down on trade in wildlife products
The Lao Wildlife Enforcement Network (Lao-WEN), together with relevant authorities, on Tuesday carried out an investigation into the smuggling and illegal possession of prohibited wildlife parts and products, during which they located and confiscated 38 items.........More>>>
-Champasak moves closer to wiping out poverty
Champasak authorities have set rural development and the improvement of living standards as top priorities to improve people’s quality of life and reduce poverty, and are now close to reaching set targets.......More>>>
-Two Lao nationals killed in Thailand van crash
Two Lao nationals were killed and 12 others injured when a passenger van carrying 14 people crashed and caught fire in Roi Et province, Thailand, early Tuesday morning.........More>>>
Govt revises Electricity Law to keep pace with development
The government is revising the Electricity Law to ensure it keeps pace with rapid changes in the electricity sector, including new investment models, market mechanisms, business activities and technologies.............More>>>
Research partnership aims to put Laos on Asia’s biodiversity tourism map
Laos is seeking to turn its extraordinary natural wealth into a new engine for sustainable tourism, with scientific research becoming the bridge between biodiversity conservation and the country’s ambition to emerge as “Asia’s biodiversity tourism destination”.........More>>>
China-Laos Railway cargo transport exceeds 90m tonnes
KUNMING (Xinhua) -- China-Laos Railway has handled over 90 million metric tonnes of cargo since the railway began operation, with cross-border cargo surpassing 21 million tonnes, said China Railway Kunming Group Co., Ltd. on Tuesday.......More >>>
What can be done to stop car break-ins? A car was reportedly broken into and valuables were stolen while it was parked along the newly opened Nong Phaya-Nong Beuk road. The incident has prompted renewed concern among residents about the safety of parked vehicles, particularly at night....... More >>>
