On 12 August, the world marks World Elephant Day, a day to raise awareness about the urgent need to protect these majestic creatures. In Laos, once known as Lane Xang - the “Land of a Million Elephants” - the elephant population has drastically declined.
Today, only 500 to 1,000 elephants...
UNFPA Lao PDR - Thavadxai Xaiyakoumman wears many hats. The 35-year-old is an affable guide to many tourists who visit Lao’s picturesque attractions and...
That Nang Lao stupa and Thong Na Ngueak were officially recognized as Laos’ local national heritage sites in Savannakhet Province.
On 2 May, Vilabouly District...
Vientiane’s popular Sithong Road, connecting Route 13 North and ASEAN Road, is undergoing a major upgrade, with construction expected to finish by the end...
Thailand has formally called on Laos to reconsider the proposed location of the Sanakham Hydropower Project, planned between Xayaburi and Vientiane province of Laos,...