Representatives from government and civil society met yesterday to provide feedback on draft regional guidelines for effective public participation in environmental impact assessment processes, to ensure these processes involve communities.
Three Fires Engulf Properties in Vientiane
Three fires occurred in the capital from October 17-23, causing over 890 million kip in damage, according to the Vientiane Prevention and Protection Police Department.
Laos, Vietnam Strengthen Cooperation in Social Science
Four government agencies in Laos and Vietnam have agreed to share their work with the aim of bolstering social science research in their two countries.
Ending Malnutrition Key to Sustainable Development
Achieving food security and improved nutrition is key to sustainable and fair development in Laos.
Construction, Consultancy Firms Sign on for Laos-China Railway
Five Chinese construction companies and six consultancy firms have been selected for engagement in the Laos-China Railway Project, with construction expected to start in December.
Course Opened for Lao Accountants, Auditors
The Lao Securities Exchange (LSX), in association with the Faculty of Economics and Business Management of National University of Laos, APM(LAO) Securities Co., Ltd, and Lanexang Securities Public Company, opened a training course themed “Smart Accountant and Auditor for Capital Market” to increase the knowledge and capacity of Lao accountants.
Govt Asks Parliament to Lower Growth Targets
The government yesterday asked the National Assembly (NA) to lower economic growth targets over the next four years after encountering difficulties that resulted in failure to meet the target set for last fiscal year.
NA Session Opens to Debate National Issues
The National Assembly (NA)’s Eighth Legislature opened its second ordinary session yesterday to debate issues of national importance.
