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Law and Crime

Laos Highlights Ten Most Severe 2024 Road Accidents in Vientiane

The Vientiane Capital Traffic Police Department has highlighted ten of the most severe road accidents of 2024, which collectively claimed 15 lives and caused damages amounting to billions of kip. Below is a detailed account of these events: Three-Vehicle Collision on Road 13 South   On 8 February,  at approximately 5:00...

Savannakhet Police Arrest Man for Smuggling Kratom, Cough Syrup

On 20 December, Police in Savannakhet Province arrested a man after seizing large quantities...

Laos Urged to Improve Enforcement on New Tobacco Packaging Rules

The ASEAN Tobacco Control Association (SEATCA) has called on tobacco companies in Laos to...

Bolikhamxay Confronts Rising Student Drug Abuse Crisis

Bolikhamxay Province is grappling with a growing crisis of drug use among students, with...

Fighting Corruption: Laos Recovers Millions in 2024

Corruption continues to pose a significant challenge in Laos, with total losses amounting USD...

Laos Highlights Ten Most Severe 2024 Road Accidents in Vientiane

The Vientiane Capital Traffic Police Department has highlighted ten of the most severe road accidents of 2024, which collectively claimed 15 lives and caused...

Savannakhet Police Arrest Man for Smuggling Kratom, Cough Syrup

On 20 December, Police in Savannakhet Province arrested a man after seizing large quantities of kratom leaves and cough syrup from his home, acting...

Laos Urged to Improve Enforcement on New Tobacco Packaging Rules

The ASEAN Tobacco Control Association (SEATCA) has called on tobacco companies in Laos to follow new rules requiring graphic health warnings on cigarette packaging,...

Bolikhamxay Confronts Rising Student Drug Abuse Crisis

Bolikhamxay Province is grappling with a growing crisis of drug use among students, with authorities reporting alarming trends and new drug forms gaining popularity,...

Fighting Corruption: Laos Recovers Millions in 2024

Corruption continues to pose a significant challenge in Laos, with total losses amounting USD 32.1 million in 2024, according to the State Inspection and...

Lao Government Bans ‘Tiger’ Vodka, Whiskey in Vang Vieng After Methanol Deaths

The Lao government has issued a ban on the sale of ‘Tiger Vodka’ and ‘Tiger Whiskey’ in all restaurants, grocery stores, and bars in...