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Vientiane, Kunming Hospitals Partner to Boost Cardiac Care in Laos

On 26 May, Mahosot Hospital in Vientiane Capital renewed its partnership with Fuwai Cardiovascular Hospital of Kunming, China, to enhance cardiac care in Laos. The renewed agreement, covering 2025 to 2029, aims to strengthen cardiology services at Mahosot Hospital by focusing on staff training, medical technology exchange, and equipment support. According...

Laos Sees Huge Drop in Dengue Fever Cases in 2025

Laos reported a notable decrease in dengue fever infections this year, with just over...

Phu Quoc Airport Set for Mega Upgrade Ahead of APEC 2027

Phu Quoc International Airport in Kien Giang Province will undergo major expansion and upgrades...

Ireland, WFP Back Climate-Resilient Farming for Women in Northern Laos

Press Release - The Ambassador of Ireland to Laos, Deirdre Ní Fhallúin, announced on...

Thailand Sees Surge in COVID-19 Cases, With Over 91,000 in First Five Months

Thailand is witnessing a significant rise in COVID-19 infections in 2025, with health authorities...

Vientiane Capital Records 24 Cases of Community Spread of Covid-19

Laos has confirmed 127 new cases of Covid-19, bringing the total number of cases to 17,682. The country conducted 3,985 tests over the last 24...

MRC, Israel team up to tackle Mekong River’s plight

The Mekong River Commission and Israel, represented by its Agency for International Development Cooperation of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, have signed a pact...

Laos Confirms 198 New Cases of Covid-19 with 104 Local Cases

Laos has confirmed 198 new cases of Covid-19, bringing the total number of cases to 17,555. The country conducted 3,425 tests over the last 24...

Villagers’ Homes Destroyed by Storm in Salavanh Province

Houses in Phonephai Village, Salavanh District, Salavanh Province, were badly damaged by stormy weather yesterday evening. A storm ripped through the village at approximately 10...

New Outbreak in Luang Prabang Puts Province on High Alert

A large number of cases of Covid-19 recorded in Luang Prabang Province have been traced to quarantine centers and residents returning from other provinces. Laos...

Xayaboury’s Kenthao District Flooded After Heavy Rains

Days of heavy rain in Xayaboury have caused the Namheuang River to burst its banks, flooding parts of Kenthao District. Residents have been forced to...