New update - New ‘Lane Xang’ train to meet passenger demand
The fifth “Lane Xang” electric multiple unit train arrived in Laos on June 13 to cater to the growing demand for passenger services on the Laos-China Railway.......More>>>
New update - More than 50 villages in Saravan flooded as forecasters warn of more rain
Residents in 54 villages in Khongxedon district, Saravan province, are suffering from flash floods after heavy rain in recent days, unleashed by tropical storm Wutip. ......More>>>
New update - Police seize 200kg of ketamine, suspect under arrest in Bokeo
In a dramatic evening operation, police in Tonpheung district, Bokeo province, disrupted a significant drug trafficking operation along the Mekong River, seizing a massive haul of illegal narcotics and arresting one suspect.......More>>>
- National Assembly urges govt to rethink on power price hike
The National Assembly (NA) has called on the government to urgently reconsider a recent hike in electricity price, warning that the increase is hurting families, threatening businesses, and weakening economic growth. Speaking at the ongoing 9th Ordinary Session of.......More>>>
- National Assembly President calls for overhaul of economic management amid public hardship
The President of the National Assembly, Dr Xaysomphone Phomvihane, has urged the government and relevant sectors to urgently address several pressing issues to strengthen the national economy and improve the wellbeing of the people. Dr Xaysomphone made the......More>>>
- Bringing light to the Lao people at Borikhamxay provincial hospital in Laos
The Laos Free Eye Surgery Volunteer Group, hosted by District 354-A (Korea) of the International Association of Lions Clubs (Governor Byungju Kim) and organised by the Seoul Namsan Lions Club (President Chi-Seung Song), conducted a medical mission at Borikhamxay Provincial Hospital from June 8 to 13, 2025........More>>>
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- Laos, Japan sign MoU to strengthen cooperation on patents
Laos and Japan have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on cooperation in the substantive examination of patents, marking another step in the long-standing bilateral partnership in the field of intellectual property. The agreement was signed in ......More>>>
- Saravan opens rehabilitation, health recovery center for drug addicts
Saravan province has formally opened the Rehabilitation and Health Recovery Centre for Drug Addicts in Nongbouhin village of Saravan district. The centre was established to accommodate drug addicts for treatment and recovery, and it aims to improve their .........More>>>
- Oudomxay police crack down on illicit entertainment shops
Police authorities in Oudomxay province have taken action against eight entertainment venues and 39 women service workers for alleged involvement in illegal business operations involving prostitution. The targeted establishments are located in Kiewchalou village of Xay district and Markchouk village of Namor district......More>>>
- Laos to organise nationwide blood donation drive to tackle persistent shortage
As World Blood Donor Day approaches on June 14, Laos is taking urgent action to address its ongoing struggle with blood shortages through a nationwide campaign, the President of the Lao Red Cross, Mr Khamlavanh Chanthalavanh, has said......More>>>
- Task force cracks down on illegally imported vehicles
The government has intensified efforts to regulate illegally imported vehicles and prevent their misuse, with a dedicated task force working on this issue in coordinations......More>>>
- The government allocates funds for education development
The government has increased the budgetary allocation for school meals from 1,000 kip to 5,000 kip per child per day in order to boost school enrollment rates and reduce dropout rates.
The move is also aimed at ensuring that students receive nutrition and develop. .....More>>>
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Do you approve of the restriction on soil dredging?
The Department of Energy and Mines in Vientiane has directed soil dredging operations to cease from 1 July to 30 October in a bid to keep Vientiane clean and orderly, and to prevent environmental degradation. ...... More >>>
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