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Lao Authorities Confirm International Economic Growth Forecasts in Newly Released Outlook

Lao officials have formally confirmed earlier international projections for the country's economic performance, forecasting GDP growth of around 4.0 percent by year-end.  The figures, published in the third-quarter “Lao PDR Economic Outlook Report,” reflect estimates from the Laos Statistics Information System (LSIS) and broadly align with outlooks previously issued by...

Tourism Boom: Thai Celebrities Highlight Laos’ Top Destinations in 2025

Lao tourism has become increasingly popular among Thai celebrities, who are drawn to attractions...

Laos’ First Consultancy Leads ASEAN Diplomacy Program Engages 19 Nations

A youth-led Lao consultancy has made history as the first Lao team to lead...

Cambodia’s ‘Prince Group’ Accused of Global Cybercrime with Links to Laos

Laotian Times/AFP - On 14 October, US authorities unsealed an indictment against Chen Zhi,...

Laos, Vietnam, Cambodia Strengthen Defense Ties Amid Trilateral Military Exercise

On 14 October, Vietnam’s Minister of National Defence, General Phan Van Giang, held high-level...

Investigators Say Myanmar’s Military is Committing Increasingly Brazen War Crimes

BANGKOK (AP) — Myanmar’s military and affiliated militias are committing increasingly frequent and brazen war crimes, including aerial bombings targeting civilians, a group of...

Thai Airways to Restart Direct Flights Between Vientiane and Bangkok This Month

Thailand's flag carrier has announced that it will resume direct flights between Wattay International Airport in Vientiane Capital, Laos, and Suvarnabhumi Airport in Bangkok,...

Amid Widespread Flooding, Four Hydropower Plants in Laos Announce Release of Water

As heavy rains continue across the country, four major hydropower plants in Laos have had to open their reservoir gates to release water. This...

Vang Vieng Forced to Suspend Tourism Activities Amid Torrential Rain and Floods

Due to a recent bout of heavy rains, the Vang Vieng district is on high alert for possible flooding, which has led to the...

Second Son of Thailand’s King Returns to Country Unexpectedly After Decades of Estrangement

BANGKOK (AP) — The estranged son of Thailand’s King Maha Vajiralongkorn visited a daycare center for underprivileged children in Bangkok on Tuesday following a...

Essential Tips For Traveling Safely During the Wet Season in Laos

Traveling during the wet season in Laos requires extra caution and preparation due to the increased risk of heavy rain, flooding, and potential disruptions....