The Vientiane Capital People’s Council has approved a new Agreement on Waste Management and Disposal, introducing sweeping reforms and stricter penalties aimed at reducing illegal dumping and improving environmental conditions across the capital.
Passed during the provincial council meeting on 10 July, the regulation offers a step toward a cleaner...
Garbage collectors in Vientiane, Laos, endure harsh living conditions, raising concerns about their welfare. The World Bank's recent report emphasizes the urgent need to...
The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has entered into a grant agreement with the Mekong River Commission (MRC), pledging up to USD...
Electronic waste, or e-waste, is a rapidly escalating environmental concern in Southeast Asia (SEA). As the region undergoes prolonged development and modernization, the demand...