Laos’ economy expanded 5 percent in the first half of 2026, helped by a strong tourism season and growth in services, but slowed in the second quarter as the government works to meet its 6 percent target for the year.
Growth reached 5.5 percent in the first quarter before easing...
Laos' new oil refinery in Xieng Khouang Province will begin processing crude oil in the coming months.
The refinery, located in Pek District, Xieng Khouang Province,...
Authorities in Saysettha District of Vientiane Capital are to rezone stalls selling construction materials and roadside restaurants.
Major roads in Saysettha District have experienced traffic...
Global events including lockdowns and conflict have pushed rice prices upward across Asia.
Rice prices in Asia rose this week on account of several situations,...
The Laos-China Railway has opened an official ticket sales office in Luang Prabang to better facilitate the purchase of tickets along major stops.
The ticket...
A project to reconstruct the sacred Moung Khoun Island in Chomphet District, Luang Prabang, has been completed in time for Lao New Year celebrations.
The...
