- Central bank plans stronger deposit protection, banking safeguards
The Bank of the Lao PDR (BOL) has proposed a new Law on Deposit Protection to raise the minimum protection limit, introduce risk-based insurance premiums, and allow the deposit protection fund to help resolve troubled financial institutions.........More>>>
- Vietnamese energy major plans US$10–15 b investment in Laos, seeks special incentives
Viet Lao Energy Investment and Development Joint Stock Company (VLE) and its affiliated companies plan to invest US$10–15 billion in Laos over the next five years, with the Vietnamese energy investor calling for special investment mechanisms and tax incentives to facilitate large-scale projects.....More>>>
- Upgrade of Road 13 South now 42.31 percent complete
The upgrade of a 50-kilometre stretch of National Road No. 13 South linking Vientiane and Bolikhamxay province from Km21 to Km71 is now 42.31 percent complete. ......More>>>
- Seventh BRI tax administration forum opens in Jakarta, Indonesia
The 7th Belt and Road Initiative Tax Administration Cooperation Forum (BRITACOF) kicked off on October 13 in Jakarta, the capital of Indonesia, under the theme of “Smart Taxation, Shared Prosperity”. ......More>>>
- Lao Brewery Company backs Chomchaeng Boat Racing Festival with 1.1 billion kip to preserve Lao heritage
Lao Brewery Company (LBC) has contributed more than 1.1 billion kip to support the 2026 Chomchaeng Boat Racing Festival in Vientiane, reinforcing its commitment.....More>>>
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- Police burn huge drug haul in Luang Namtha
Luang Namtha provincial officials last week set fire to nearly 6.1 million amphetamine tablets and other drugs after they were impounded during raids and interceptions across the province.....More>>>
- Xaysomboun makes strides in labour and social welfare development
Xaysomboun province has made progress in carrying out its 2026 labour and social welfare development plan, with several targets achieved or exceeded......More>>>
- Smart Math contest builds children’s skills
A Smart Math contest in Vientiane has brought together 160 students to test their mathematical skills, while highlighting efforts to improve children’s concentration, reasoning and confidence. .........More>>>
- Bolaven coffee festival to promote exports, producer skills
Champasak province will host the Bolaven Plateau Coffee, Tea and Agricultural Produce Festival from November 25-29, bringing producers, businesses and industry groups together to promote local products, improve coffee-making skills, and explore opportunities in export markets. ......More>>>
- Health ministry seeks to unify social security fund, health insurance
The Ministry of Health is studying plans to merge the National Social Security and health insurance agencies into a single organisation to expand insurance coverage, improve the quality of healthcare, and address shortages of medicines at hospitals and health centres.........More>>>
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Japanese companies eye Lao market opportunities
Eleven Japanese and Japanese-affiliated companies explored business opportunities in Laos through a three-day event held in Vientiane from October 7-9, seeking to establish new sales channels and partnerships with local buyers.......More>>>
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Will the fireworks ban during the Boat Racing Festival be effective?
Despite repeated announcements banning the use of fireworks in Vientiane, some people continue to set them off during festivals and other celebratory events. Following a renewed notice issued by city authorities on October 12, the Vientiane Times asked local residents for their thoughts on the ban and how it could be enforced........... More >>>
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