Fire incidents across Laos claimed eight lives and destroyed homes, businesses, and vehicles during the first half of 2026, leaving behind more than LAK 319.6 billion (USD 14.3 million) in damage, according to new government figures.
The Fire Prevention and Suppression Police Department recorded 144 fires nationwide between January and...
Vientiane police were called to Nongtha Neua Village to speak with residents who refused to follow Covid-19 prevention measures issued by the mayor.
According to a...
Some residents in areas designated as red zones in Vientiane Capital have failed to comply with the prime minister's lockdown order.
The number of red...
The road accident death toll reached 112 in April across the country, with 798 accidents recorded despite many provinces going into lockdown.
According to a...
Laos is to retain the death penalty for serious drug offences to deter those considering drug-related activities.
The Lao government has declared drug prevention and...
