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Xesap Area Named National Park to Boost Conservation

A new decree has upgraded the Xesap protected area in Salavanh and Sekong provinces to national park status. This change aims to protect the rich biodiversity of the Annamite mountain range and contribute to global conservation goals. The park now covers 202,300 hectares, incorporating the 49,000-hectare Pale area, which is known for its relatively untouched habitats. This expansion aligns with the global “30X30” agenda, which seeks to safeguard 30 percent of the world’s land and oceans by 2030. Located in the biodiversity-rich Annamite mountains, Xesap is home to many rare species, including the elusive Saola, often referred to as the "Asian Unicorn." The park is also noted for its frequent discoveries...

Economy

Flights Without Limits: Switzerland, Laos Forge New Air Services Deal

Switzerland and Laos have signed a new bilateral agreement on scheduled air services. Finalized on 26 July, the document replaces the outdated accord from 15 December 1999 and introduces...

Laos to Introduce Advanced Digital Business Licensing with E-Filing System

The Lao Ministry of Technology and Communications (MOTC) has teamed up with a private company to develop an advanced digital business licensing system, also known as E-Filing. The agreement, signed...

Lao Tour Guides Trained to Meet International Standards

To promote the growing tourism sector in Laos, the Ministry of Information, Culture, and Tourism recently organized an intensive training course to enhance the standards of Lao tour guides...

Lao Kip Continues to Depreciate Despite Government Measures

The Lao government is taking steps to address the ongoing depreciation of the national currency, the Lao kip, and the skyrocketing inflation rates. However, challenges remain as the country...

New Expressway Section from Oudomxay to Boten Gets Green Light

The Lao government has approved the construction of the fourth section of the Laos-China expressway connecting Oudomxay Province to Boten at the Chinese border in Luang Namtha Province. Newly appointed...

National University of Laos to Admit 5,920 New Students

The National University of Laos (NUOL) has announced that it will accept 5,920 new students for the 2024-25 academic year, with over 4,000 applicants already registered for entrance exams. This...

Travel

Xesap Area Named National Park to Boost Conservation

A new decree has upgraded the Xesap protected area in Salavanh and Sekong provinces to national park status. This change aims to protect the rich biodiversity of the Annamite mountain range and contribute to global conservation goals. The park now covers 202,300 hectares, incorporating the 49,000-hectare Pale area, which is known for its relatively untouched habitats. This expansion aligns with the global “30X30” agenda, which seeks to safeguard 30 percent of the world’s land and oceans by 2030. Located in the biodiversity-rich Annamite mountains, Xesap is home to many rare species, including the elusive Saola, often referred to as the "Asian Unicorn." The park is also noted for its frequent discoveries...

Health & Environment

Xesap Area Named National Park to Boost Conservation

A new decree has upgraded the Xesap protected area in Salavanh and Sekong provinces to national park status. This change aims to protect the rich biodiversity of the Annamite mountain range and contribute to global conservation goals. The park now covers 202,300 hectares, incorporating the 49,000-hectare Pale area, which is known for its relatively untouched habitats. This expansion aligns with the global “30X30” agenda, which seeks to safeguard 30 percent of the world’s land and oceans by 2030. Located in the...

Sport

Lao Boxer Sets Sights on Muay Thai Victory at ONE Friday Fights

Lao boxer Phetnamkhong Mongkolphet, 20, is set to compete against Thailand’s Lookkwan Sujibamikiew in the ONE Friday Fights at the Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok at 7:30 pm on 26 July. Phetnamkhong, who weighs...

Lao Taekwondo Athletes Win Two Golds at South Korean Championship

Six Lao Taekwondo athletes secured five medals, including two gold, one silver, and two bronze, at the Seongnam Open International Taekwondo Championship 2024 in South Korea on 21 July. Among the medalists, two athletes...

Politics

Flights Without Limits: Switzerland, Laos Forge New Air Services Deal

Switzerland and Laos have signed a new bilateral agreement on scheduled air services. Finalized on 26 July, the document...

Bastille Day Reception in Laos Highlights Franco-Lao Diplomatic Ties

The French Embassy in Laos marked Bastille Day (14 July) with an Olympic-themed reception attended by Deputy Prime Minister...

Laos, VietJet Sign Air Transport Agreement, Creating Over 2,000 Jobs

The Ministry of Public Works and Transportation and VietJet Airline have agreed to enhance air transportation between Laos and...

Vietnam President To Lam Visits Laos, Strengthening 62-Year Cooperation with New Agreements, Initiatives

President of Vietnam, To Lam, visited Laos on 11-12 July, receiving a warm welcome from President of Laos, Thongloun...

Feature

Lao Student’s Viral Story Sparks Discussion on Sexual Harassment, Victim Support

Sexual harassment has been an increasingly pressing issue across the world, yet it often fades from public discourse. This is also the case in Laos, where social media users argue that the authorities' response has been inadequate, leaving victims without sufficient support despite ongoing public awareness efforts. According to several interviewees and social media users, cases of sexual harassment in Laos often go unnoticed or are not effectively tackled.  The most recent case involved a 15-year-old boy, who assaulted and murdered a 13-year-old girl on 25 June in Champasack Province. According to Champasack Public Security, the teenager initiated his plan around 8 am when he sexually harassed the victim before killing her, local media reported. Although the boy has been arrested, the authorities have not reported the punishment he will receive. This has led the public to question the effectiveness of the law, fearing that the boy may be released and the case may go silent—a practice that many online believe is widespread in Laos According to Section 248 of Laos’s Criminal Law, rape can result in 4-6 years of imprisonment and a fine of up to LAK 30 million (USD 1,360). If...

Flights Without Limits: Switzerland, Laos Forge New Air Services Deal

Switzerland and Laos have signed a new bilateral agreement...

Bastille Day Reception in Laos Highlights Franco-Lao Diplomatic Ties

The French Embassy in Laos marked Bastille Day (14...

Laos, VietJet Sign Air Transport Agreement, Creating Over 2,000 Jobs

The Ministry of Public Works and Transportation and VietJet...

Vientiane Works to Compensate Families Affected by 230kV Transmission Line

The Vientiane Department of Energy and Mines is working...

Media OutReach

Vingroup: the powerhouse behind VinFast’s electric vehicle ambitions

Leveraging Vietnam’s manufacturing ecosystem and backed by deep-pocketed Vingroup,...

CORRECTION FROM SOURCE: Doubleview Reports Maiden Mineral Resource Estimate

Resource estimate highlights: Indicated resource estimate of 150 million...