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Mekong–Lancang Nations Step Up Fight Against Cross-Border Cybercrime

Six Mekong-Lancang countries have agreed to intensify cooperation against transnational telecom and online fraud, adopting urgent measures aimed at real-time data sharing, stricter SIM-card controls, and the appointment of cyber liaison officers. On 14 November, officials from China, Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, Thailand, and Vietnam convened in Kunming, Yunnan Province, to...

Trump Calls Thailand, Cambodia After New Clashes

AFP - US President Donald Trump said he called Thailand and Cambodia on Friday...

Japan’s Princess Aiko to Visit Vientiane, Luang Prabang in First Official Trip Abroad

Laos and Japan are marking a milestone year in their relationship. Her Imperial Highness...

National Road No. 13 South in Savannakhet Set for Major Rehabilitation

A major 79-kilometer section of National Road No. 13 South is set for restoration...

Thais Navigate Flooded Homes, Ancient Temples by Boat

By Watsamon TRI-YASAKDA/AFP - For three months, Thai retiree Somkid Kijniyom has been sleeping...

IMF Executive Board: Lao Economy Continues to Perform Well

The Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) recently gave a favorable analysis of the Lao economy: Lao P.D.R.’s economy continues to perform well, supported by a...

Laos Banana Exports No Longer Pick of the Bunch

China has slapped inspection measures upon banana exports from Laos, hindering what was a booming trade. While Laos is still the second largest exporter of...

Landfill Fire Almost Out, Residents Affected by Toxic Smoke

The fire that consumed the Vientiane Capital landfill at KM32, Phasouk Village in Xaythany District has been almost completely extinguished, however nearby residents have...

Lam Vong Dance to be Nominated for UNESCO World Heritage Status

Laos is preparing to nominate the famous traditional dance Lam Vong for UNESCO World Heritage status. On the 9th of March, a meeting led by Bouangern Xaphouvong, Deputy Minister of...

Embankment Road to Offer New Southern Route for Vientiane

A road stretching 26km along the Mekong River in southern Vientiane, which also serves as an embankment, will soon be paved and ready for...

Top Lao Government Websites You Didn’t Know About

While most of us are familiar with visiting state offices and calling public hotlines for access to various government services, few would have considered that the Lao...