Foreign ministers from China and ASEAN are planning to hold an emergency meeting this month to discuss the new coronavirus outbreak.
Laos Suffers Trade Deficit of USD 137m in 2019
Laos recorded a trade deficit of USD 137 million in 2019, although the country exported more than its yearly plan.
Vang Vieng to Open New Tourism Training Center This Month
Vang Vieng is gearing up to open a new tourism and hospitality training center in a move to improve tourism services in the city.
Ministry of Health Facebook Page to Post Realtime Coronavirus Updates
The Lao Ministry of Health has issued an internal notice to all staff and partner organizations instructing them to be wary of social media misinformation in the wake of the coronavirus epidemic.
Deaths in Phongsaly Caused By Common Flu, not Coronavirus
The deaths of three residents in Phongsaly Province originally attributed to the Coronavirus have now been confirmed as having been caused by influenza.
Coronavirus Prejudice, Crazed Gunman, Expensive Eggs – This Week In Lao Social Media
The Laotian Times brings our readers a round-up of some of the most shared topics this past week, based on reach and engagement on Facebook.
Why Lao People are Rushing to Eat Eggs (to Fight the new Coronavirus)
What is social media’s solution to coronavirus prevention? First, it was garlic. In Laos, eggs are the new antidote.
Papua New Guinea’s Bank South Pacific to Enter Laos This Year
Papua New Guinea’s Bank South Pacific (BSP) plans to finalize the acquisition of its joint-venture business in Laos worth about USD 2 million.
