Health & Environment

Laos Seizes More Than 110 Kilograms of Suspected Wildlife Products in Luang Prabang

Lao authorities have seized more than 110 kilograms of suspected illegal wildlife products and arrested a suspect in Luang Prabang as part of an ongoing crackdown on wildlife trafficking. On 30 June, the Lao Wildlife Enforcement Network searched a property in Sangkhalok village, Luang Prabang, on suspicion of illegally trading...

China-Laos Low-Carbon Project Expected to Cut Emissions by More Than 1,200 Tons Annually

The Vientiane-Saysettha Low-Carbon Demonstration Zone is expected to reduce carbon emissions by more than...

First Floods Hit Northern Laos After Heavy Rains

Heavy rain triggered the first reported floods of Laos' 2026 rainy season, sending floodwaters...

Laos Releases Dengue-Blocking Mosquitoes in Savannakhet

On 9 June, Savannakhet Province launched its first bacteria-enhanced mosquito release program, becoming the...

Xaysomboun Authorities Bust Illegal Gold Mining Operation

On 8 June, authorities in Xaysomboun Province shut down an illegal gold mining operation,...

Laos Confirms 312 New Cases of Covid-19

Laos has recorded 312 cases of Covid-19 across the country today. The National Taskforce for Covid-19 Prevention and Control reported that 1,218 tests were conducted...

Health Officials Warn of Covid-19 Surge after Lao New Year 

The Covid Taskforce has warned that residents should test for Covid-19 infection following Lao New Year celebrations. Dr. Lattanaxay Phetsouvanh, Director-General of the Department of...

Laos Prepares for Full Tourism Reopening, Testing Still Required

Laos is preparing to commence a new phase of reopening to tourism that will require Covid-19 tests prior to departure and on arrival. Dr. Sisavath...

Laos Environment Ministry Warns of Dangerous Air Pollution

The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment has issued a notice warning residents about unhealthy levels of air pollution across the nation. The notice states...

Laos Confirms 1,209 New Cases of Covid-19

Laos has recorded 1,209 cases of Covid-19 across the country today. The National Taskforce for Covid-19 Prevention and Control reported that 3,170 tests were conducted...

This June, look for it! The first Public EV Charging stations will open in June 2022 by LOCA COMPANY, and the company plans to...

The first EV fast-charging station will be installed by Loca in June 2022. The capital, Vientiane, will be the first location, with expansion to other...