Health & Environment

Trendy ‘Squishy’ Toys Suspended in Laos Over Chemical Safety Concerns

Laos has ordered the immediate suspension of the import and sale of Squishy toys nationwide after authorities warned that some may contain hazardous chemicals that pose health risks, particularly to children. The Ministry of Industry and Commerce issued the order on 28 July, instructing provincial industry and commerce departments across...

Laos Eyes State Fuel Stations as Future EV Charging Hubs

Laos is exploring plans to turn state-owned fuel stations into electric vehicle (EV) fast-charging...

Lao Government Suspends Mining Company Over River Pollution in Vang Vieng

The Lao government has ordered Daochalearn Mineral Processing Sole Co., Ltd. to immediately suspend...

Former MRC Chief Anoulak Kittikhoun Named First Lao Head of Mekong Institute

Former Mekong River Commission (MRC) Chief Executive Officer Anoulak Kittikhoun has been appointed Executive...

Laos Turns to Public-Private Partnership to Tighten Product Quality Controls

Laos has launched a new state-backed company to inspect and certify the quality of...

Telcos Discount Voice Calls and Data Rates During Lockdown Period

Telecommunications companies in Laos are to provide users with a 15 percent discount on voice calls and discounts on some data packages during the...

Covid-19 Cases Trend Downward as Vientiane Reports Three New Cases

Laos has confirmed three new cases of Covid-19 as community spread shows a downward trend in the capital city. Dr. Lattanaxay Phetsouvane led the daily...

Authorities Authorize Outdoor Exercise During Lockdown

Authorities have changed their tune on outdoor exercise, with a new notice issued by the Ministry of Education and Sports now allowing people to...

Laos Confirms Ten New Covid-19 Infections and Third Death

Laos has confirmed ten new cases of Covid-19 and a third death as community spread continues in the capital city. Dr. Latsamy Vongkhamsao led...

I’m In a Green Zone: Can I Host a Party?

Many of our readers have asked about holding parties in green zones where gatherings of up to ten people are allowed. The arrest and detainment...

Community Spread Slows as Laos Confirms 12 New Cases of Covid-19

Laos has confirmed 12 new cases of Covid-19 as community spread decreases for the second day, while authorities warn against complacency. Dr. Lattanaxay Phetsouvane led...