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Vientiane Discusses Restoration Plan of Historic Black Stupa

The iconic That Dam, or Black Stupa, one of Vientiane’s most culturally significant landmarks, is set to undergo a major restoration as part of a new preservation initiative led by the Lao government. Authorities from Chanthabouly district convened on 14 May to assess the feasibility of restoring the ancient stupa,...

Laos Nears Launch Southeast Asia’s Largest Wind Farm

Laos is set to launch its first wind farm, and the largest in Southeast...

Luang Prabang Pushes for Green Destination Certification to Boost Sustainable Tourism

Luang Prabang is taking steps to further enhance its tourism sector by exploring the...

Phu Quoc Airport Set for Mega Upgrade Ahead of APEC 2027

Phu Quoc International Airport in Kien Giang Province will undergo major expansion and upgrades...

Green and Smart Mobility Launches EV Platform, VinFast Car Sales in Laos

On 17 May, Green and Smart Mobility Joint Stock Company (GSM), the operator of...

Vang Vieng Aims for 2 Million Tourists, Infrastructure Focus

Vang Vieng, Laos, has set a target to attract 2 million tourists in 2025, with an expected income of LAK 1,700 billion (USD 78.6...

Luang Prabang Declared Poverty-Free Amid Economic Growth

On 3 March, Luang Prabang City was officially declared poverty-free, as announced by Mayor Viengthong Hatsachan. The declaration follows significant improvements in infrastructure and...

Lao Journalists Go Green with Mass Media Environment Training

Reporters from various provinces in Laos have gained valuable insights into reporting on green and sustainable development, as well as gender equality, through the...

Laos, China 500kV Link to Drive Clean Energy Growth and ASEAN Connectivity

On 26 February, Laos launched the Lao-China 500-kilovolt Interconnection Project with a ceremony in Vientiane Capital. This project is part of a broader effort...

Japan Aids Xieng Khouang with Clean Water Supply Grant

Xieng Khouang Province is set to improve access to clean water with support from the Japanese government, which has provided a grant of USD...

Laos Added to Financial Grey List as Concerns Grow

The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) has added Laos to its grey list due to concerns over financial crime enforcement, while the Philippines successfully...