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Laos Destroys Tonnes of Drugs as Police Warn of New Substances

Lao authorities have destroyed of 44.5 tonnes of seized drugs and drug-making chemicals in recent weeks, including millions of methamphetamine pills and thousands of kilograms of other substances. The destruction campaign comes as police warn that drugs such as ketamine and kratom drinks, as well as collagen products containing drugs,...

Laos Bans Money Bouquets, Crafts Made From Kip Banknotes

Laos has banned the production, sale, and advertising of crafts made from kip banknotes,...

Laos Targets Faster Border Checks in USD 5 Million Trade Project

Laos is preparing local businesses for higher costs when selling goods abroad, as the...

Thailand’s AIS Plans USD 43.35 Million Investment in Lao Telecom

Thailand’s mobile operator AIS plans to invest USD 43.35 million in Lao Telecom, one...

More Lao Citizens Live Abroad as Foreign Population Nearly Doubles

The number of foreign nationals living in Laos has nearly doubled over the past...

Better Access to Lawyers, Justice Services Expected

Lawmakers are drafting amendments to the Law on Lawyers, aiming to ensure people enjoy better access to legal services and receive justice – in...

VCSBE Renews Bus Shelter Contract

BlueGrass Design Group will work with the Vientiane Capital State Bus Enterprise (VCSBE) to improve the bus shelters in the city after the two...

Japan Provides 500 Million Yen Non-project Grant to Laos

The signing of an exchange note on the provision of grant aid from Japan valued at 500 million yen for economic and social development...

Japan Helps Empower People with Disabilities in Huaphan

Japan has been supporting the empowerment of people with disabilities in the Lao PDR through various projects.  On Sep 30, a grant contract was signed...

Laos Contributes to Global Climate Change Agenda

Laos' Intended Nationally Determined Contribution for the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions is being implemented with the help of a new project, according to...

Minister Calls for Accurate Reports of Mother/Child Mortality Rates

The Minister of Health is urging provincial health officials to submit accurate reports of the numbers of mothers and infants who die during pregnancy...