Laos is attempting to increase access to family planning information and services, with the goal to reach 80 percent of women by 2025.
Vientiane Authorities Launch Stricter Inspections of Vehicle Number Plates
Vientiane authorities will start stricter inspections of vehicle number plates, as there continues to be an issue with fake or duplicated numbers.
Govt, World Bank Group Discuss Disaster Risk Management
The Department of Waterways under the Ministry of Public Works and Transport is concentrating on the implementation of the South East Asia Disaster Risk Management Project in Laos.
Wind Turbine Projects yet to Spin
While feasibility studies have identified sufficient wind speeds in several parts of the country wind turbines have yet to be erected.
Network Ramps Up Action against Wildlife Crime
The Lao Wildlife Enforcement Network (Lao-Wen) is meeting in Vientiane province from September 21-23 to discuss a new strategy and rules to facilitate stakeholders’ participation in combating wildlife crime.
Bus Enterprise to Serve Passengers Better
Vientiane Capital State Bus Enterprise (VCSBE) is expected to serve passengers better and become more user-friendly and convenient.
Laos Promotes Low-carbon Growth under Paris Agreement
Laos has joined forces with other nations to promote low-carbon growth and a more sustainable future under the Paris Agreement which will enter into force at the end of this year.
Malaysia Can Buy Up to 100MW of Hydropower From Laos By 2018
The governments of Malaysia, Thailand and Laos signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) today to facilitate the implementation of cross-border multilateral power trade of up to 100 megawatt (MW) between Laos and Malaysia, through Thailand.
