On 24 September, Vientiane authorities shut down the KM38 Dharma Practice Center in Sangsai village, Pakngum district, after its leader declared herself the reincarnation of Phra Sri Ariya Metrai, the Maitreya Buddha that Buddhist tradition says will one day appear on earth to succeed Gautama Buddha.
Under the 24 September...
Laos’ State Audit Organization (SAO) uncovers LAK 37,600 billion (approx. USD 1.8 billion) in budget discipline violations over the past five years, SAO’s president...
Authorities across Sekong, Attapeu, and Champasak provinces have stepped up efforts to address illegal fuel sales as ongoing shortages and price hikes continue to...
Lao authorities are reviewing a proposed increase to the national minimum wage, with figures under discussion reaching up to LAK 4.1 million (USD 190)...
Vientiane authorities have detained 30 young adults and teenagers following two separate operations in Xaysettha district targeting disorderly conduct and illegal drug use.
The first...
Laos is phasing out traditional Family Books as the government accelerates its shift to digital governance.
Under the new policy, authorities will stop issuing hard-copy...
