Infrastructure

Laos, Vietnam Restart USD 492M Potash Project in Khammouane

A USD 492 million potash mining and processing project in Khammouane is moving forward again after nearly a decade of delays, with production targeted for 2028. On 12 October, Vietnam National Chemical Group (Vinachem) held a ceremony in Nongbok District to mark the project’s restart. The planned processing plant is...

Laos Flags Millions in Misused Funds Across Public Projects

The State Inspection Authority has flagged USD 1.976 million in diverted funds and spending...

Laos, Thailand Move Luang Prabang Bridge Toward Construction

Laos and Thailand have moved a planned 820-meter bridge in Luang Prabang Province into...

Laos Advances Land Compensation for Vientiane-Hanoi Expressway

Bolikhamxay is finalizing land compensation rates for the Vientiane-Hanoi Expressway, pushing forward a major...

Vientiane’s Smart Road Cleaning, Cooling Pilot Project Nears Completion

Vientiane’s Smart Clean-Cooling Road System pilot project has reached 95 percent completion, and contractors...

Thahao Reservoir Irrigation Project Set to Benefit Over 2,100 Families in Savannakhet

The Thahao reservoir and irrigation project currently under construction in Savannakhet Province is expected to benefit 2,174 families once completed. Located in Nakhum village, Outhoumphone...

Japan Supports Water Supply Improvements in Phongsaly Province

Japan has provided grant assistance of USD 17,400 to support a new water supply project in Phongsaly Province, aimed at improving access to safe...

Fifth Lao-Thai Friendship Bridge Generates LAK 47.5 Billion in First Month of Operation

The 5th Lao-Thai Friendship Bridge, which officially opened on 27 December 2025, generated more than LAK 47.5 billion (approximately USD 2.2 million) in state...

Vientiane Fuel Supply Stabilizing After Thailand Export Scare

Fuel supply conditions in Vientiane are beginning to stabilize following recent imports from Thailand, although some smaller stations remain out of stock. On 1 March,...

Laos, China Boost Oversight of Key Projects Ahead of 65th Anniversary

Laos and China are ramping up the monitoring of key infrastructure and energy projects as they prepare for the 65th anniversary of their diplomatic...

Police Launch Three-Month Guidance Phase to Ease Traffic Overhaul in Vientiane

A new traffic system designed to accommodate the future Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) caused significant confusion for Vientiane commuters this morning. With long queues...