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...
Vientiane Capital Upgrades Khouvieng Road to Improve Traffic Flow
Authorities in Vientiane Capital have begun widening stretches of Khouvieng Road to better facilitate traffic flow and reduce congestion. Roads are to be widened, footpaths...
Vang Vieng Station Commences Freight Services Along Laos-China Railway
Vang Vieng Station in Vientiane Province has commenced providing freight services along the Laos-China Railway. The station began the provision of freight services this week...
Laos to See Decline in Coffee Exports This Year
Coffee exports are expected to slow for Laos this year as the number of coffee plantations decreases. In 2022, Laos is predicted to export just...
Laos Authorizes Two Crypto Exchange Platforms
Authorities in Laos have officially authorized two licensed cryptocurrency exchange platforms to operate in the country. The Bank of Laos (BOL) has granted their Agreement...
New Riparian MRC Head Anoulak Kittikhoun Takes Office Today
Mr. Anoulak Kittikhoun takes office today as the third riparian Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Mekong River Commission (MRC) Secretariat. He will lead...
Thailand to Build New Railway Bridge to Laos
The Thai government has ordered the State Railway of Thailand (SRT) design and build a new bridge from Nong Khai Province to Laos in...