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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...

Vientiane’s Tanmixay to Sikeuth Road 97 percent Complete

The road construction project connecting Tanmixay Village with Sikeuth Village in Vientiane Capital is now 97 percent complete. The road surface has now been...

Vientiane Street Lighting Upgrade 40 Percent Complete

New street lighting has been installed along seven major roads in Vientiane Capital, with the project now 40 percent complete. The new streetlights along main...

Authorities: No Need to Panic About African Swine Fever

An outbreak of African Swine Fever has swept through seven provinces in northern Laos, while authorities have urged the public not to panic. According to...

New Railway Proposed for Southern Laos

A Thai company has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the government of Laos for a feasibility study on a new railway line in...

New SEZ Project in Vang Vieng Completes Feasibility Study

A new Special Economic Zone project in Vang Vieng has reported progress in its feasibility study and socio-economic impact studies. The project, which will cover...

China Remains the Largest Foreign Investor in Laos

China remains the largest foreign investor in Laos, undertaking a total of 785 projects worth USD 12 billion. Special economic zones, industrial parks, and large-scale...