Laos, South Korea Collaborate on Direct Flight Initiative to Boost Tourism, Economic Ties
Laos is considering the introduction of direct flights from South Korea to Luang Prabang as part of the Knowledge Sharing Program (KSP). This initiative aims to boost tourism and strengthen economic ties between the two nations. At a seminar held in Vientiane on 3 September, Lao and Korean officials reviewed...
Okard Launches Inclusive Internship Program for Persons with Disabilities
World Education and the Department of Policy for Devotees, Persons with Disabilities, and Older...
Bolikhamxay Province Faces Urgent Teacher Shortage
Bolikhamxay Province is facing a critical shortage of teachers, with a need for 413...
Laos Joins School Meals Coalition
Laos has officially joined the School Meals Coalition, a global alliance focused on advancing...
Nam Theun 2 Development Fund Expands to Benefit More Districts
The Nam Theun 2 Development Fund (NT2DF) is set to expand its reach beyond...
Authorities Clarify Rising Pork Prices in Vientiane Capital
Authorities in Vientiane Capital have issued a statement regarding an increase in pork prices, saying insufficient supply in neighboring countries has affected Laos. Pork prices...
Laos Slaps Ban on Agricultural Imports to Boost Local Economy
The government of Laos has banned the import of certain types of farm produce, livestock, and fish, hoping to spur domestic production. In an urgent...
Inflation in Laos Reached 5.3 Percent in December 2021
The inflation rate in Laos in December was higher than any other month in 2021, climbing to 5.3 percent. Increasing inflation has had a direct...
Thailand Ships 1,000 Tonnes of Rice to China Via Laos-China Railway
A shipment of 1,000 tonnes of rice from Thailand has been delivered to China via the Laos-China Railway. According to an announcement by Thailand's Agriculture...
Oudomxay Residents Affected by Laos-China Railway Receive Compensation
Some 72 percent of residents in Oudomxay Province affected by the Laos-China Railway have received full compensation. Acting Head of the Oudomxay Provincial Department of...
Laos Sees Trade Deficit of USD 80 Million in December
Laos reported a trade deficit of USD 80 million in December 2021 with imports and exports totaling approximately USD 1.18 billion. According to information from...