On World Humanitarian Day, 19 August, Pio Smith, UNFPA, the United Nations sexual and reproductive health agency’s Regional Director for Asia and the Pacific, warns that global funding cuts and escalating attacks on healthcare are colliding at the worst possible time for the world’s most disaster-prone region.
Urgent investment, local...
Op-Ed by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC)
In the post-COVID era, Chinese investment in Laos has surged dramatically, positioning China to overtake Thailand...
By Pio Smith, Regional Director for the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) in Asia and Pacific
Humanitarians put their lives on the line to uphold...
By Anoulak Kittikhoun, Chief Executive Officer of the Mekong River Commission Secretariat
The Mighty Mekong River links 70 million people and six countries – China,...
Often overlooked in this region of the world, Laos is one of the biggest tourist surprise packages and a dream destination for adventurous travelers.
Vang...
Op-Ed by Heather Variava, Ambassador of the United States of America to the Lao People’s Democratic Republic
International Day for Mine Awareness and Assistance in...