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East Asia Pacific Growth Slows in 2025, World Bank Says

East Asia and Pacific has led in economic growth, but to sustain momentum and create jobs, countries must address global uncertainties. Key challenges include shifting global integration, climate change, and demographic trends. According to the World Bank Group’s latest 2025 Regional Economic Update , it is expected to slow to...

Lao Police Arrest 26 in Illegal Surrogacy Operation in Luang Namtha

Lao authorities have arrested 26 individuals, including three Chinese nationals, for their involvement in...

Mekong River Commission Celebrates 30 Years, Calls for Enhanced Regional Cooperation

On 24 April, the Mekong River Commission (MRC) celebrated a major milestone with Mekong...

Myanmar TikTok Astrologer Arrested for Forecasting New Quake

AFP - Myanmar authorities have arrested a TikTok astrologer for spreading panic by predicting...

Thailand-Cambodia Crime Pact Shouldn’t Undermine Human Rights, Says Right Group

Thailand and Cambodia’s new agreement to combat transnational crime must not come at the...

ASEAN Breaks Deadlock on South China Sea at Laos Meeting

VIENTIANE (Reuters) – Southeast Asian nations overcame days of deadlock on Monday when the Philippines dropped a request for their joint statement to mention...

Vientiane: Best Chinese Food Outside of China

It’s boom time in Laos. The country's unprecedented economic growth has inspired the country’s powerful neighbors to rush in for a slice of the...

Vegetable Prices Decrease in Vientiane Capital

The price of vegetables in Vientiane markets has fallen, the Laophattana newspaper reported on Friday. Vientiane authorities carried out price checks in markets last week...

PM Urges ASEAN to Enhance Its Role in the Evolving Regional Architecture

Prime Minister Thongloun Sisoulith has reiterated that ASEAN member states should continue to maintain and enhance ASEAN role in the evolving regional architecture, particularly ASEAN’s...

Nightclubs Warned to Comply With the Rules or Face Closure

Vientiane authorities are planning strict management of entertainment venues and beer shops in the capital to curb the harmful effects on society. Director of the...

Prime Minister Thongloun Calls for ASEAN Nations to Remain United

Prime Minister Thongloun Sisoulith has called for ASEAN nations to remain united, play a stronger role within the region, and stay true to Asean's...