Security

Laos Breaks Silence on Vang Vieng Tourist Deaths, Files Tiger Vodka Charges

Lao prosecutors will bring criminal charges against the owner of the Tiger Vodka factory after authorities announced the outcome of part of their investigation into the deaths of six foreign tourists linked to suspected methanol poisoning in Vang Vieng in November 2024. The announcement came during a closed-door briefing held...

Laos Arrests More Than 4,400 in Cybercrime Crackdown During First Half of 2026

Laos recorded more than 4,400 arrests linked to cybercrime, online scams, and illegal gambling...

Fire Incidents Cost Laos Over USD 14 Million in First Half of 2026

Fire incidents across Laos claimed eight lives and destroyed homes, businesses, and vehicles during...

Laos Detains 161 Suspects in Illegal Gambling Raid in Savannakhet

On 19 June, authorities in Savannakhet province detained 161 Vietnamese nationals during a raid...

Over 10 Million Meth Pills Seized in Major Drug Bust in Vientiane

Authorities in Vientiane seized more than 10 million methamphetamine pills in early June, in...

Wild Elephant Raids Isan Restaurant Multiple Times in Thailand

A wild elephant in Thailand has repeatedly raided a popular Isan restaurant near Khao Yai National Park, with three incidents reported within less than...

Man Arrested for Murder, Dismemberment of Lao Woman in Thailand

A Lao national has been arrested at the Nong Khai border checkpoint while allegedly attempting to flee to Laos, after the dismembered remains of...

Police Launch Three-Month Guidance Phase to Ease Traffic Overhaul in Vientiane

A new traffic system designed to accommodate the future Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) caused significant confusion for Vientiane commuters this morning. With long queues...

Group of Teenagers Arrested for Robbery Spree in Vientiane

Vientiane authorities have arrested a group of 16 teenagers for using knives and machetes to rob people across various areas of the capital, including...

Electricité du Laos Signs Deal to Establish Cyber Security Operations Center

Electricité du Laos has signed a cooperation agreement to establish a Cyber Security Operations Center at EDL headquarters in Vientiane Capital to strengthen protection...