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Laos to Grow EV Market, Fueled by Renewable Energy Ambitions

Laos to grow EV Market, Fueled by Renewable Energy Ambitions
Concept of electric car charging. (Photo: Freepik)

The burgeoning popularity of electric vehicles (EVs) in Laos has marked significant growth in 2023, with a total of 4,631 EVs sold, comprising 2,592 cars and 2,039 motorbikes.

Furnace Explosion at Chinese-Owned Nickel Plant in Indonesia Kills at Least 13 and Injures 46 Others

Furnace Explosion at Chinese-Owned Nickel Plant in Indonesia Kills at Least 13 and Injures 46 Others
 A police officer stands guard near the site where a furnace explosion occurred at PT Indonesia Tsingshan Stainless Steel smelting plant in Morowali, Central Sulawesi, Indonesia, Sunday, Dec. 24, 2023. A smelting furnace has exploded at the Chinese-owned nickel plant on Indonesia's Sulawesi island, killing a number of workers and injuring dozens of others. The explosion on Sunday was the latest of a series of deadly accidents in nickel smelting plants in Indonesia that are part of China's ambitious transnational development program known as the Belt and Road Initiative. (AP Photo)

PALU, Indonesia (AP) — A smelting furnace exploded Sunday at a Chinese-owned nickel plant on Indonesia’s Sulawesi island, killing at least 13 workers and injuring dozens of others, police and a company official said.

Lao Government Rejects Claims of Luang Prabang’s World Heritage Status Threat Amidst YouTube Controversy

Lao Government Rejects Claims of Luang Prabang's World Heritage Status Threat Amidst YouTube Controversy
The authentic town of Luang Prabang (photo: Discover Laos)

In response to a video uploaded on a Thai YouTube channel, the Lao government has denied claims that Luang Prabang town is at risk of losing its status as a World Heritage Site. But a UNESCO report released in March had already raised concerns about the ongoing Luang Prabang Hydropower Project (LFPP), citing the potential negative impact on the town’s heritage sites.

Lao Athletes Shine on Global Stage: A Year of Achievements Unveiled

Lao Athletes Shine on the Global Stage: A Year of Achievements Unveiled
Laos at Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

The sporting landscape in Laos has experienced a remarkable transformation, with the nation’s athletes achieving unprecedented success on the international stage throughout the year.

Order of Rising Sun, Gold, Silver Star Conferment Ceremony for Alounkeo Kittikhoun, Former Minister to Lao PM Office

The Order of the Rising Sun Conferment Ceremony for Mr. Alounkeo Kittikhoun

Alounkeo Kittikhoun, Former Minister to the Prime Minister’s Office of Laos has been presented with one of Japan’s highest civilian honors, the Order of the Rising Sun, Gold and Silver Star.

Lao Tourism 2023 Highlights: A Year of Recovery, Growth

Lao Tourism 2023 Highlights A Year of Recovery, Growth
FILE: Hot air balloons in Vang Vieng, Vientiane Province (photo: Asia Property Award)

As 2023 draws to a close, Laos celebrates a notable recovery in tourism after the COVID pandemic left a seemingly permanent scar. Anticipating continued growth, the country has now launched “Visit Laos Year 2024” to further boost the industry in the upcoming year.

Vietnam Considers Importing Electricity From Laos to Tackle Power Shortage

Vietnam Electricity Import From Laos to Tackle Power Shortages
FILE: This image is used only for representational purpose (photo: BNN Breaking)

In response to the persistent power shortages in Northern Vietnam, the Vietnam Electricity Group (EVN) has put forth a proposal to import wind power from Laos. Currently, all domestic electricity is concentrated in southern Vietnam, leaving the north in dire need of an increased power supply.

Earthquake in Northwest China That Killed at Least 148 Causes Economic Losses Worth Millions

Strong Earthquake in Northwest China That Killed at Least 148 Causes Economic Losses Worth Millions
In this photo released by Xinhua News Agency, soldiers clear debris on the damaged houses after the earthquake in Chenjia Village of Dahejia Township, Jishishan County, northwest China's Gansu Province on 20 December. The strong earthquake that hit northwest China this week, and killed at least 148 people, has caused tens of millions of estimated economic losses in the agricultural and fisheries industries, state media reported Saturday, Dec. 23, 2023. (Feng Yanrong/Xinhua via AP)

BEIJING (AP) — The strong earthquake that hit northwest China this week, killing at least 148 people, caused economic losses estimated to be worth tens of millions in the agricultural and fisheries industries, state media said Saturday.