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Vietnam, Laos Strengthen Security Ties with Joint Exercise, New Military Camp

Vietnam and Laos have reinforced their defense cooperation with a joint exercise focused on cross-border drug crimes and the construction of a new military camp in Laos, as part of the second Vietnam-Laos border defense friendship exchange, held from 22 to 23 October in Laos. On 22 October, Vietnam’s defense...

Attapeu Province Faces Severe Medical Staff Shortage

Attapeu is facing a significant challenge as the region grapples with a critical shortage...

French National Research Institute for Sustainable Development, Nam Theun 2 Inaugurate Centre for Environmental Research, Education

The French National Research Institute for Sustainable Development (IRD) and Nam Theun 2 Power...

Vang Vieng Tourist Numbers Increases Amid Infrastructure Upgrade

As of October, Vang Vieng has welcomed over 900,000 tourists, exceeding its target of...

Chinese, Lao Presidents Discuss Bilateral Cooperation at BRICS Summit

Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived in Kazan for the 16th BRICS Summit and met...

Haze of Smog Hovers over Laos’ Capital, Citizens Concerned about Health Risks

An unhealthy haze of smog has descended upon the capital city of Vientiane and air pollution has been noted in several other provinces around...

Women’s Day, Sporting Week: Girls & Ladies’ Participation Lifts Levels, Spirits In Laos

International Women's Day 2019 (and the associated national holiday, this year in long weekend form) has come and gone for another year, but the...

Safety First: Lao Airlines Flight to Shanghai Heads Back to Vientiane’s Wattay Airport For Brake Check

Mechanical investigations have followed after a brake system warning led to a Lao Airlines flight from the capital to China's city of Shanghai returning to Vientiane's...

Act Green for Greener Mekong River As Efforts Rewarded via Social Media

The Mekong River is a source of water for millions, the world's most productive freshwater fishery, and a lifeline shared by people of five nations....

Goût as Gold: French Cuisine’s Global Celebration Goes Provençal in Laos’ Capital Vientiane

France's Provence in the spotlight as the inspirations from UNESCO-recognized cuisine make their annual return to Vientiane via Goût de France. "For the past...

Thailand Visa Applicants Beware: Fortnight Wait As Consulate Appointment Bookings Bank Up in VTE

Foreign nationals seeking visas to ever-popular Thailand for residence or travel can expect waits of up to two weeks for appointments for visa application...