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Health & Environment

Symbol of ASEAN Musical Instruments Unveiled at Patuxay Park

Vientiane's Patuxay Monument hosted a celebration as ASEAN capital governors unveiled a symbol representing ASEAN musical instruments. The event, on 19 September, included a tree-planting ceremony, blending cultural significance with environmental awareness. The event featured notable attendees, including Naly Sisoulith, the wife of the President of Laos, Vientiane Governor Athsaphangthong...

Khammouane Province Fights Deforestation with New Farmer-Led Conservation Initiative

The forestry authorities in Khammouane have launched a new project to protect biodiversity and...

ASEAN-Mekong Water Security Dialogue Kicks Off in Vientiane

On 18 September, 250 participants, including ministerial delegations and high-ranking officials from ASEAN member...

ASEAN Mayors, Governors Gather in Laos to Focus on Connectivity, Sustainability

Vientiane is hosting the Meeting of Governors and Mayors of ASEAN Capitals 2024 (MGMAC...

Vientiane, Luang Prabang Face Growing Flood Threat as Rescue Efforts Ramp Up in Northern Laos

Vientiane Capital and Luang Prabang are bracing for several consecutive days of heavy rain...

Heavy Rain And Strong Winds Expected Across Laos This Week

Heavy rain and strong winds are forecast for several parts of the country this week with floods and landslides expected in northern Laos. The Department...

Russia Donates 30,000 Doses of Sputnik Light Vaccine to Laos

Laos has received 30,000 doses of Sputnik Light Covid-19 vaccine as part of humanitarian assistance from Russia. A Russian Emergencies Ministry plane delivered the 30,000...

Laos Confirms 222 New Cases of Covid-19

Laos has confirmed 222 new cases of Covid-19 today as the nation’s capital enters its fourth day of lockdown. Some 210 cases of community spread...

Vientiane Residents Express Dissatisfaction with Lockdown Measures

Residents in Vientiane Capital have expressed dissatisfaction with certain regulations under the snap lockdown that came into force on Sunday. Under the new lockdown, which...

Laos Plans Covid-19 Vaccinations for Children Aged 12 to 17

Lao Minister of Health, Dr. Bounfeng Phoummalaysith, says health officials plan to vaccinate children aged 12 to 17 years in the near future with...

Vientiane Authorities Reverse Decision on Supermarket Closures

The Vientiane Capital Department of Industry and Commerce has reversed its controversial decision to close supermarkets and other retailers. According to a notice issued today,...