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...
Bank of Laos Increases Interest Rates Amid Economic Challenges
The Bank of Laos (BOL) has announced a hike in interest rates to tackle rising inflation. After a recent Monetary Policy Committee meeting, the...
Laos, Vietnam to Introduce Kip-Dong Cross-Border Payment System
Laos and Vietnam are set to Launch a new payment system enabling direct trade transactions in kip and dong currencies. Starting in September, the...
First Cold-Chain Train Connects Yunnan with Vientiane
China has introduced its first refrigerated freight train service from Yunnan Province to Laos via the Lao-China Railway, marking a significant step in enhancing...
Government Considers Increasing Employee Allowances to Counter Rising Costs
To address the growing cost of living, the Lao government is considering a proposal to raise allowances for employees in enterprises. This topic is...
First Meteorological Tower to be Installed for Savannakhet Wind Farm Projects
On 22 August, a groundbreaking ceremony was held for the first meteorological tower in Nathou village, Phin district, Savannakhet Province. This tower will collect...
Laos Boosts Modern, Traditional Medicine Management to Improve Public Health
The Lao Ministry of Health has introduced a set of measures aimed at improving the management of both modern and traditional medicines in a...