Laos recorded 801 road accidents nationwide in January 2026, a sharp increase of 235 cases compared to the previous month.
According to the Traffic Police Department, Ministry of Public Security, the accidents resulted in 113 deaths, up 27 fatalities from December 2025. A total of 1,149 people were injured and 1,435 vehicles were damaged. Economic losses were estimated at LAK 31.54 billion (approximately USD 1.4 million).
Among the provinces, Vientiane Capital recorded the highest number of accidents with 128 cases and the highest death toll at 27. Other provinces with elevated figures included Vientiane Province with 99 cases, Champasak with 98, Savannakhet with 93, and Bolikhamxay with 61.
Despite the January surge, overall road accidents saw a modest decline in 2025, when 6,779 accidents were recorded nationwide, resulting in 917 deaths and 10,464 injuries, slightly lower than 2024 figures.
Authorities have continued to urge stricter compliance with traffic regulations, particularly in high-risk urban centers and during peak travel periods, as road safety remains a serious national concern.
