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Laos Eyes Role as Asia’s Potash Powerhouse with Rail Exports to China

Laos unveiled a development plan to transform the nation into Asia’s leading potash supplier by building new production facilities, expanding mining operations, and leveraging...

Vientiane Seizes Millions in Drugs in First Nine Months of 2024

During the first nine months of 2024, authorities in Vientiane Capital confiscated a total of 15.5 million narcotics pills and arrested 1,273 criminals, with...

Laos, Vietnam, Cambodia Joined Force in Disaster Response Training

In the wake of the destruction caused by Typhoons Yagi and Prapiroon in Southeast Asia, armies from Laos, Vietnam, and Cambodia joined forces for...

Asia Youth International Model United Nations to Tackle Global Issues in Bangkok

The Asia Youth International Model United Nations (AYIMUN) is set to return for its 15th edition in Bangkok, Thailand, from 1 to 4 November,...

Sofitel Celebrates 60th Anniversary with Art, Tradition in Luang Prabang

On 16 October, Sofitel Luang Prabang, a luxury hotel known for blending French colonial style with Lao heritage, celebrated the 60th anniversary of the...

Vientiane Capital Launches District Competition for Smoke-Free ASEAN City 2026

To address smoking-related issues and ensure the health and safety of citizens in Laos, Vientiane Capital is launching a competition among its nine districts....

ASEAN-UK Creative Economy Program Launched to Boost Regional Ties

The United Kingdom’s Mission to ASEAN and the British Council have officially launched the ASEAN-UK Advancing Creative Economy (ACE) program, an initiative aimed at...

Oxfam’s John Samuel Pushes for Inclusivity at ASEAN Forum

At the ASEAN Business Forum in Vientiane on 24 September, John Samuel, Asia Regional Director of Oxfam International, delivered a powerful message on the...

US-Lao Ties in Focus: Blinken Addresses Global Issues, UXO Clearance

From 8 to 11 October, Vientiane welcomed United States Secretary of State Antony Blinken.  Throughout his visit and during the 44th and 45th ASEAN Summits,...

From Local Tradition to International Stage: The Pageant Boom in Laos

LATEST UPDATE: 12 October at 10:00 PM Laos has long celebrated beauty pageants, with traditional events like Miss Luang Prabang and Miss Lao New Year...

Laos, Japan to Boost Cooperation on Green Energy, Infrastructure

Laos and Japan are set to deepen their economic partnership, with a focus on enhancing Laos's connectivity and sustainability. During a meeting between Japanese...

Formalin Detected in Food Products in Champasack

On 9 October, authorities in Champasack Province discovered the presence of formalin in food products following an inspection conducted by the Department of Industry...

Breaking the Silence: A New Era for Mental Health Care, Support in Laos

Mental health in Laos has long been overlooked. Due to the limited educational opportunities and resources related to mental health in the country, the...

Laos, Thailand Strengthen Ties with Six New Cooperation Agreements

On 8 October, Laos and Thailand signed six cooperation agreements on water resource management, civil service collaboration, and rail freight transport. Lao Prime Minister Sonexay...