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Economy

Khammouane Province Fights Deforestation with New Farmer-Led Conservation Initiative

The forestry authorities in Khammouane have launched a new project to protect biodiversity and reduce poverty across the province. The initiative will engage 600 farmers from three districts to help improve livelihoods and restore local forests. On 16 September, Humana People to People (HPP) Laos and the Department of Agriculture...

Namtheun 2 Wins ASEAN-OSHNET Excellence Award for Outstanding Safety Performance

Namtheun 2 was recognized for its excellent health and safety performance at the 5th...

ASEAN Mayors, Governors Gather in Laos to Focus on Connectivity, Sustainability

Vientiane is hosting the Meeting of Governors and Mayors of ASEAN Capitals 2024 (MGMAC...

Primary School Teachers Receive Intensive Training on Spoken Lao Program

A comprehensive training program is currently underway to equip primary school teachers with the...

Savannakhet Faces Critical Teacher Shortage

A critical shortage of teachers is plaguing the education system in Savannakhet, threatening the...

Lao Teas, Silks Shine as Geographical Indications Enhance Global Recognition

In Laos like elsewhere, agricultural products have helped to embody the stories of the people that grow, harvest, preserve, prepare and cook them today...

Xayaboury Province Holds First Livestock Trade Fair

A livestock trade fair was held in Kenthao District, Xayaboury Province to encourage sustainable livestock marketing. According to a report by Lao Youth Radio, the...

Chinese Companies Target Laos for Durian Plantations

Chinese companies are seeking to lease up to almost 5,000 hectares of land in Vientiane Capital to establish durian plantations. According to Produce Report, the...

Vientiane Opens Second Vehicle Registration Office in Xaythany District

A new vehicle registration office has opened in Xaythany District, Vientiane Capital, to assist in registering vehicles and issuing license plates. According to a report by...

Cost of Living Rises as Lao Currency Depreciates

A weakened local currency (LAK) has caused the cost of living to rise in Laos, as well as affecting businesses amid the Covid-19 pandemic. According...

Lao-Chinese Power Grid Company Signs Concession Agreement with Govt

Electricite du Laos Transmission Company Limited (EDL-T), the joint venture between China Southern Power Grid (CSG) and Electricite du Laos (EDL), has signed a...