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Laos Inflation Rises to 7.8 Percent in September as Education, Utility Costs Climb

Laos’ inflation rate rose to 7.8 percent in September, up from 7.7 percent in August, with education, utility, and some seasonal costs contributing to the increase, according to the Ministry of Finance. The latest increase came as the new school year began, with education costs rising 18.8 percent from a...

Slope Collapse Hits Workers’ Camp at Pak Beng Hydropower Project in Northern Laos, No Casualties Reported

A section of hillside collapsed beneath a workers’ residential camp at the Pak Beng...

Laos Orders Banks to Block Crypto Purchases on Unlicensed Foreign Platforms

Laos has moved to tighten controls on cryptocurrency purchases through foreign platforms, ordering banks...

Nam Theun 2 Fund Approves LAK 343 Million for Forest Restoration in Khammouane

The Nam Theun 2 Development Fund approved more than LAK 343 million (USD 15,300)...

Khammouane Signs USD 1.2 Million Deal to Develop Khounnamphone Nature Tourism Site

Khammouane has signed a concession agreement worth more than USD 1.2 million to develop...

Laos Advances Disability Rights with New Driving License Agreement

Laos is continuing to strengthen its commitment to improving the lives of its disabled citizens. Recent developments include the publication of a new agreement...

Tawan Taekwondo Shine with Gold at International Championship

The Lao Tawan Taekwondo Club is set to continue its winning streak at the upcoming Ambassador of the Republic of Korea Cup in Luang...

Lao Government Launches Detailed Plan to Tackle Inflation, Stabilize Currency by Year-End

In a bid to curb inflation and stabilize the Lao economy, Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone unveiled a strategic plan on 14 August. This new...

Australia’s Indo-Pacific Endeavour Returns to Laos: Strengthening Regional Ties

Australia’s flagship regional initiative, Indo-Pacific Endeavour (IPE), has returned to Laos this week in an ongoing mission to enhance bilateral relations and regional stability....

ASEAN Leaders Urge Boost in Care Economy Investment to Empower Women, Drive Inclusive Growth

By the United Nations Women Regional Office for Asia and the Pacific Southeast Asian nations can expand women’s economic participation and thus spur more equitable...

Thailand Reports Possible Mpox Case as WHO Declares Global Health Emergency

Thailand has detected a possible case of mpox in a 66-year-old European man who arrived from an undisclosed African country on 14 August. Health...