Health & Environment

Laos Seizes More Than 110 Kilograms of Suspected Wildlife Products in Luang Prabang

Lao authorities have seized more than 110 kilograms of suspected illegal wildlife products and arrested a suspect in Luang Prabang as part of an ongoing crackdown on wildlife trafficking. On 30 June, the Lao Wildlife Enforcement Network searched a property in Sangkhalok village, Luang Prabang, on suspicion of illegally trading...

China-Laos Low-Carbon Project Expected to Cut Emissions by More Than 1,200 Tons Annually

The Vientiane-Saysettha Low-Carbon Demonstration Zone is expected to reduce carbon emissions by more than...

First Floods Hit Northern Laos After Heavy Rains

Heavy rain triggered the first reported floods of Laos' 2026 rainy season, sending floodwaters...

Laos Releases Dengue-Blocking Mosquitoes in Savannakhet

On 9 June, Savannakhet Province launched its first bacteria-enhanced mosquito release program, becoming the...

Xaysomboun Authorities Bust Illegal Gold Mining Operation

On 8 June, authorities in Xaysomboun Province shut down an illegal gold mining operation,...

Pfizer Jabs Set to Begin Next Week in Vientiane

Laos is to roll out its Pfizer vaccinations to the elderly and those with underlying conditions in Vientiane next week. According to a report...

Japanese PM Makes USD 1 Billion Commitment to Vaccine Provision for Developing Countries

Japanese Prime Minister Suga Yoshihide co-hosted a virtual COVAX AMC Summit meeting on 2 June with Mr. Jose Manuel Barroso, Gavi Board Chair. This Summit...

Laos Eases Toughest Lockdown Measures, Red Zones Remain

The Prime Minister’s Office has issued a notice regarding the gradual easing of certain lockdown measures in Laos. The notice, effective from 5-19 June, outlines a...

Laos Confirms Nine Cases of Covid-19 on Final Day of Lockdown

Laos has confirmed nine new cases of Covid-19 on the final day of the country’s lockdown order. Dr. Phonepaseuth Sayamongkoune lead the daily briefing by the...

Laos Confirms Nine Cases of Covid-19 as End of Lockdown Looms

Laos has confirmed nine new cases of Covid-19 as a downward trend in infections continues on the penultimate day of the country's lockdown order. Dr....

Shipment of Pfizer Covid-19 Vaccines from COVAX Facility Arrive in Laos

The Pfizer BioNTech vaccines will be used to protect more than 50,000 people above 60 years and those with underlying health conditions. Laos today received...