Health & Environment
Xesap Area Named National Park to Boost Conservation
A new decree has upgraded the Xesap protected area in Salavanh and Sekong provinces to national park status. This change aims to protect the rich biodiversity of the Annamite mountain range and contribute to global conservation goals. The park now covers 202,300 hectares, incorporating the 49,000-hectare Pale area, which is...
USAID Pledges USD 15 Million to Aid Persons with Disabilities in Laos
The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is set to provide Laos with...
EU, ASEAN Team Up in Education to Address Global Challenges
In a landmark discussion hosted by the European Union (EU), ASEAN, and leading scholars...
Vientiane Steps Up Efforts to Protect Phou Phanang Conservation Area
Vientiane authorities are intensifying efforts to re-designate the Phou Phanang National Conservation Area to...
Vientiane Capital to Tackle Persistent Flooding Issues
In response to the persistent flooding in Vientiane Capital during the yearly rainy season,...
Police Detain Foreigner for Violating Lockdown Orders
Police were called to a residence in Vientiane Capital to deal with partygoers who violated lockdown orders issued by the Prime Minister's Office. According to...
Covid-19 Lockdown Measures Eased in Luang Prabang
Following a further 15-day nationwide extension of Covid-19 prevention measures across Laos, the Luang Prabang Provincial Covid Taskforce has issued its own extended measures. According...
Vientiane Capital Confirms Zero Cases of Covid-19
Vientiane Capital has confirmed zero new cases of Covid-19 for the second time since the second wave began. Dr. Phonepaseuth Saymongkhoun led the daily briefing...
Laos Begins Vaccinating the Elderly with Sinopharm
Laos has begun providing Sinopharm Covid-19 vaccines to people over the age of 60 and those with underlying medical conditions. The Chinese government has confirmed...
Laos Extends Lockdown Measures For Further 15 Days
Laos has extended its lockdown Covid-19 prevention measures across the country for a further 15 days as the community spread of Covid-19 in the...
Mekong River Water Levels See Big Jump Due to Torrential Rain
Lower Mekong River Basin (LMB) water levels have increased significantly over the last seven days but some sections will see a slight dip over...