22.8 C
Vientiane
Friday, September 20, 2024
spot_img

Health & Environment

Khammouane Province Fights Deforestation with New Farmer-Led Conservation Initiative

The forestry authorities in Khammouane have launched a new project to protect biodiversity and reduce poverty across the province. The initiative will engage 600 farmers from three districts to help improve livelihoods and restore local forests. On 16 September, Humana People to People (HPP) Laos and the Department of Agriculture...

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...

Critical Flood Warnings in Northern Laos: Relief Teams Mobilize, Donations Needed

In response to the severe flooding affecting northern Laos, the Natural Disaster Monitoring Committee...

Laos Reaches Over 7,000 Total Cases of Covid-19

Laos has confirmed 290 new cases of Covid-19 today, bringing the total number of cases to 7,305. Dr. Lattanaxay Phetsouvanh led the daily announcement by...

Authorities Announce Outbreak of Covid-19 in Bokeo

Authorities in Bokeo have admitted that a new outbreak of Covid-19 has emerged in the province, particularly in the Golden Triangle Special Economic Zone...

Covid Restrictions Extended as Laos Records 250 New Cases of Covid-19

Laos has extended Covid restriction measures until 18 August after confirming a further 250 cases of Covid-19 today. Dr. Sisavath Southanilaxay led the announcement by...

Bokeo Locks Down Golden Triangle SEZ

The Golden Triangle Special Economic Zone (SEZ) went into lockdown on Friday after four people who had spent time in the area tested positive...

Seven Thais Detained for Illegally Entering Laos While Foraging for Mushrooms

Authorities in Laos have detained seven Thai citizens who illegally entered Lao territory while foraging for mushrooms. According to a report by Thairath Online, seven...

Authorities Suspend Johnson & Johnson Vaccinations in Champasack

Authorities have ordered the suspension of Johnson & Johnson vaccinations across  Champasack Province following unexpected side effects. Several people in Champasack under the age of...