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Vientiane Capital Speeds Up Road Repairs in 2025 with LAK 20.91 Billion Budget

Vientiane is fast-tracking repairs on several major roads in 2025 using a budget of LAK 20.91 billion (around USD 1 million), supported by the Ministry of Public Works and Transport, said  The projects, announced by Vientiane Capital Transport Deputy Director Thavixay Xaipaseuth on 14 October, target key routes severely damaged...

Travel Giant Tiket.com Plans Launch in Laos, Cambodia

Jakarta-based online travel platform Tiket.com is planning to expand its services into Laos and...

Luang Namtha Sees Nine Percent Growth in Tourist Arrivals in First Nine Months of 2025

Laos’ northern Luang Namtha Province recorded a steady increase in tourism in 2025, welcoming...

Tourism Boom: Thai Celebrities Highlight Laos’ Top Destinations in 2025

Lao tourism has become increasingly popular among Thai celebrities, who are drawn to attractions...

Laos-China Railway Transported Over 15 Million Passengers Since Early 2025

The Laos-China Railway (LCR) transported 15.48 million passengers from January through 8 October this...

Patuxay Monument in Vientiane Capital to Get Makeover

The Vientiane City Office for Management and Services (VCOMS) has issued a notice informing the public regarding the closure and renovation of Patuxay Monument...

Passport Office Problems Still Ongoing Issue in Laos, Say Locals

Despite repeated promises to reform the slow processing time of passports in the country, residents say there has been no improvement on this front. Locals...

Laos to Host 5th International Mountain Tourism Day

Laos has been chosen to host the 5th International Mountain Tourism Day and conference from 28 May to 1 June in Vientiane capital and...

Khammouane Approves 71 French Colonial Buildings as Historical Heritage Sites

Khammouane Province has designated 71 French colonial buildings and houses as historical heritage sites for educational purposes and tourism. Thakek District, located in Khammouane Province,...

Laos Seeks UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage Listing for Baci Ceremony

Laos is planning to nominate the Baci Ceremony for recognition as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural World Heritage listing.  On Thursday, the Ministry of Information, Culture,...

Lao-Thai Railway Completes Second Phase of Construction and Ready for Public Use

The Lao-Thai Railway is expected to start operations this year following the completion of the second phase of the railway construction, according to the...