Saravan province has joined the nationwide fight against illegal logging following prime minister’s recent order to ban the export of partially-processed wood, tree roots, root balls, tree branches, dried trees and ornamental plants.
Public Warned About Scholarship Scams
The Ministry of Education and Sports has issued an announcement warning members of the public to be aware of any supposed agents or brokers who claim to be able to secure scholarships for overseas study in return for payment.
Prime Minister Thongloun Pivots Away From China
Prime Minister Thongloun is looking to change his country’s pro-China image and broaden its economic horizons.
ASEAN-US Trade And Investment Reaches Over 212 Billion
The value of ASEAN-US bilateral trade and investment has reached US$212.8 billion and accounted for 9.3% of ASEAN’s total trade.
ASEAN–Russia Trade Reaches US$13.4 Billion
ASEAN-Russia bilateral trade reached US$13.4 billion in 2015, representing 0.6 per cent of ASEAN’s total trade, placing Russia as the eighth largest trade partner of ASEAN.
National University Can Accept Only 5,335 Students
More than 15,000 students have registered for entrance exams at the National University of Laos, but the university has said that only 5,335 students will be granted entry into the university system.
PM Urges Indigenous Promotion Of Nam Bak Orange Farming
Prime Minister Thongloun Sisoulith has urged the authorities and local people of Nam Bak district, Luang Prabang Province to continue promoting the farming of their indigenous oranges.
Laos’ Thirst For Mekong Dams Endangers Fishing & Farming
Dismissing its neighbors’ pleas, Laos is rapidly building a Mekong River dam that threatens fisheries crucial to millions of Southeast Asia’s people.