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Thailand, China and Vietnam Fuel Laos’ Tourism Growth in 2026

Laos welcomed nearly 2.6 million international tourists in the first half of 2026, up 9.9 percent from the same period last year, according to the latest figures from the Tourism Development Department under the Ministry of Information, Culture and Tourism. Thailand remained the country's biggest source of visitors, with 833,738...

Laos Warns Public, Businesses Not to Engage with Scam, Gambling Networks

Laos has warned businesses and the public not to assist online scam or gambling...

Laos Requires Approval for Home EV Chargers, Tightens Rules on Charging Stations

Residents across Laos will now need government approval before installing electric vehicle (EV) charging...

Attapeu Court Convicts Nine in Financial Crime Case, Orders Return of Billions

The Attapeu Provincial People's Court convicted nine people on 16 July over illegal currency...

Laos Launches Cultural Association to Preserve Heritage, Build Soft Power

On 16 July, Laos established a new cultural association tasked with preserving national heritage...

Rain Complicates Recovery in Quake-hit Myanmar as Death Toll Rises

AFP - Rain is compounding misery and presenting new hurdles for relief efforts on 6 April in Myanmar, where state media reported the death...

Regional Leaders Pay Tribute to Former Lao President Khamtai Siphandone

Following the passing of former Lao President General Khamtai Siphandone on 2 April, leaders from neighboring countries have extended heartfelt condolences, honoring his legacy...

Laos Commemorates Mine Awareness Day, Fights the Legacy of War

Each year on 4 April, the world observes International Day for Mine Awareness and Assistance in Mine Action, a day dedicated to raising awareness...

Myanmar Earthquake: Casualties Increase, Rescue Efforts Continue

Days after the devastating 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck Myanmar, the epicenter and hardest-hit areas continue to face widespread destruction and a rising death toll. The earthquake,...

Bank of Laos Reduces Transfer Fees on Foreign Currency Deposit Accounts

On 3 April, the Bank of Laos (BOL) made a new announcement, mandating that transfers between foreign currency deposit account holders will incur a...

Lao Man Arrested in Thailand for Unauthorized Employment as Driver

A Lao man was arrested in Huai Khwang zone, Thailand on 1 April for engaging in unauthorized work as a driver for Thai citizens.  Thai...