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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 Borders Remain Closed to Foreign Visitors

The government of Laos has chosen to keep its borders closed to foreign visitors, with testing and medical certification required before travelers can exit...

Dengue Fever Cases Hit 3,089 in Laos

Cases of dengue fever in Laos have reached 3,089 since January, including eight deaths, according to the Lao Ministry of Health. Latsamy Vongkhamsao, Deputy Director-General...

Burmese Laborer Returning from Laos Tests Positive from Covid-19

A notice has been issued by the Bokeo Provincial Taskforce for Covid-19 Prevention and Control clarifying the situation regarding a Burmese national who returned...

Medical Certificates Now Compulsory for International Travel

The National Taskforce Committee for Covid-19 Prevention and Control has declared that all travelers, whether residents or Lao citizens, must carry a medical certificate...

4,061 Individuals Isolated Amid Covid-19 Concerns in Laos

Health officials in Laos announced on Monday that 4,061 individuals are being monitored under isolation across the country. The government of Laos continues to enforce...

Laos Further Relaxes Covid-19 Prevention Measures

A new government notice issued yesterday allows for the further easing of certain restrictions and Covid-19 prevention measures. Speaking on behalf of the National Task...