- Govt pushes for stronger debt management
The government is stepping up efforts to strengthen public debt management and tighten controls on inefficient borrowing as Laos’ public debt remains high despite progress in reducing debt levels in recent years.........More>>>
- Laos, Cambodia join forces to curb cross-border scams
The governments of Laos and Cambodia have agreed to strengthen cooperation in efforts to combat online scam operations and other cross-border crimes, during talks held in the Cambodian capital last week. ......More>>>
- Laos, Kyrgyzstan pledge stronger ties
The governments of Laos and Kyrgyzstan have pledged to further strengthen their cooperation and longstanding friendship during a meeting between Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone and the Special Representative of the President of Kyrgyzstan, Mr Anwar Anarbaev, in Vientiane.........More>>>
- Laos, Thailand ink Mekong River navigation safety pact
The Department of Waterways under Laos’ Ministry of Public Works and Transport and the Marine Department of Thailand’s Ministry of Transport have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on standardised regulations relating to navigation safety and pollution prevention in the Mekong River. ....More>>>
- New chairman appointed to lead Japan-ASEAN economic growth platform
The Dialogue for Innovative and Sustainable Growth (DISG) has announced the appointment of Mr Masuo Kuremura as its new Chairman, marking a significant step forward in deepening economic co-creation between Japan and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN).....More>>>
|
|
|
| Subscription only |
|
- Laos advances sustainable sand and gravel mining governance
Sand and gravel mining has long been a driver of economic development, providing essential materials for infrastructure such as roads, buildings, and land elevation in flood-prone areas. ........More>>>
- Savannakhet police arrest 101 Thai nationals at alleged scam call centre
Authorities in Savannakhet province have detained 101 Thai nationals following a police operation targeting a call centre allegedly set up for the purpose of cybercrime..........More>>>
- Govt approves study for eco-tourism project in Champasak’s Siphandone
The government has taken the first step towards transforming Don Sanlat beach in southern Champasak province into a new eco-tourism destination, with the signing of an agreement that will kick off a feasibility study for a project that aims to combine tourism development with environmental protection in the heart of Siphandone.......More>>>
- Agriculture ministry marks National Cultivation Day, highlight major achievements
The Ministry of Agriculture and Environment recently marked National Cultivation Day, highlighted major achievements in international market access, revealing that negotiations with trading partners have opened up export opportunities for more than 70 agricultural products. ......More>>>
- Attapeu to have new water treatment plant
Residents of 10 villages in Sanamxay district, Attapeu province, will soon benefit from additional water supplied to their homes under the Water Supply and Sanitation Project. ....More>>>
- Lightning strike kills three as more storms threaten Laos
Three members of a family were killed when lightning struck their shelter during a thunderstorm in Bolikhamxay province, with authorities warning that more storms are likely across Laos over the coming week...........More>>>
|
|
|
|
| Subscription only |
Subscription only |
|
|
|
|
|
|
| Subscription only |
|
|
Laos’ motorcycle wash culture evolves
On a hot afternoon in Vientiane, the sound of water spraying against dusty motorcycles mixes with Lao music playing softly from a small roadside repair shop........More>>>
|
|
|
|
| Subscription only |
Photo Scenes |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
| Subscription only |
Subscription only |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
