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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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Hongsa District Sees Heavy Damage from Earthquake

Reports from Hongsa, Xayaboury Province suggest that yesterday’s earthquake has caused considerable damage to property in the district. Hongsa District has seen severe damage in...

Drug Counseling Center in Vientiane Receives Upgrade

A counseling center in the Lao capital Vientiane that treats people with drug use disorders has been expanded, a move that would accommodate the...

Laos Among Nations to See Largest Increase in Obesity

Laos is among countries that will have the largest increase in obesity between 2017 and 2030, a recent study has revealed. Laos ranked 8th in...

Laos to study marijuana for medical uses

Laos has formed a task force committee to conduct a study on the potential of marijuana for medicinal use. The committee, led by the Minister...

S Korea’s KT Launches Epidemic Prevention App in Laos

South Korea’s largest telephone company KT has launched an epidemic prevention application in Laos. The app, dubbed the Global Epidemic Prevention Platform (GEPP), will allow...

Severe Floods Hit Southern Laos, Salavanh in Need of Urgent Assistance

The southern region of Laos been devastated by severe floods after two consecutive tropical storms hit the region. Affected areas include Champasack, Salavanh, Sekong, Attapeu,...
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