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Health & Environment

Laos Explores Eco-Friendly Business Through Waste Management

Urban waste in Laos is increasingly being seen as a source of business and innovation. That was the focus of a seminar held on 30 October by the Department of Environment, Ministry of Agriculture and Environment, under the theme “Waste Management for Eco-Friendly Business Opportunities in the Lao PDR.” Co-chaired by...

Contamination Detected in Popular Thai Herbal Inhaler, Nationwide Recall Issued

On 28 October, Thailand’s Food and Drug Administration (FDA) determined that Hong Thai’s popular...

Laos Expands Agricultural Exports to China Amid Stronger Bilateral Cooperation

Laos and China have agreed to enhance product quality, technology transfer, and market access...

Laos Targets 90 percent Urban Water Access by 2030

Following the recent announcement of major transport and city infrastructure projects, the Ministry of...

World Sight Day 2025: Investing in Eye Health Could Bring USD 31.2 Million Benefit to Laos Over the Next Five Years

A recent study revealed that an investment of USD 2.12 million in eye health...

Laos Confirms 447 New Cases of Covid-19 and Two Deaths

Laos has recorded 447 new cases of Covid-19 across the country today. The National Taskforce for Covid-19 Prevention and Control reported that 5,588 tests were...

Laos to Prioritize Vietnam and China When Restarting International Tourism

Laos has said it will prioritize international tourists from Vietnam, China, and other ASEAN countries when it reopens borders to international tourists. Deputy Minister of...

Creator of New Covid-19 Pill To Share Formula with Developing Nations

American pharmaceutical company Merck has announced a licensing deal that will allow developing nations to access its antiviral pill for the treatment of Covid-19. Merck...

Laos Confirms 530 New Cases of Covid-19

Laos has recorded 530 new cases of Covid-19 across the country today. The National Taskforce for Covid-19 Prevention and Control reported that 5,597 tests were...

Residents Dissatisfied with Strict Lockdown in Luang Prabang

Residents in Luang Prabang are dissatisfied with the city's strict lockdown restrictions, which see supermarkets and food delivery services closed. Under the lockdown restrictions, which...

Laos Confirms 733 New Cases of Covid-19 and Three Deaths

Laos has recorded 733 new cases of Covid-19 across the country today, with three people succumbing to the virus. The National Taskforce for Covid-19 Prevention...