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Laos Sets Ambitious Targets for Energy, Mining Sector

Lao Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone has outlined a vision for the energy and mining sector, aiming to increase its contribution to 25 percent of the country’s gross domestic product (GDP) by 2030 while ensuring sustainable development and financial stability. Speaking at the annual energy and mining sector meeting on 31...

Myanmar Earthquake Death Toll Tops 1,000, More Casualties Expected: Here’s What We Know So Far

This is a developing story LATEST UPDATE on 29 March at 12:48 PM The deadly 7.7-magnitude...

JUST IN: 13 Dead After 7.7-Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Myanmar

Latest update on 28 March at 5:13 PM Laotian Times/AFP – A devastating earthquake rocked...

Strong 7.7 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Central Myanmar, Felt in Laos

UPDATED on 28 March at 2:33 PM AFP- A powerful earthquake rocked central Myanmar on...

ASEAN Center for Energy Launches Net Zero Emissions Roadmap for Laos

In line with Laos’ commitment to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, as outlined in...

Thailand Eyes for Tourists from China via Laos-China Railway Next Year

Thailand expects it will benefit from the spillover tourism from the Laos-China Railway when China fully opens its borders in 2023. The Thaiger reports that...

Myanmar Warns that ASEAN Pressure for Peace Could Have ‘Negative Implications’

Last week, Myanmar's military government warned that any coercion from ASEAN member nations to put a time frame on peace negotiations would have "negative...

Top 5 Places to Visit in Quang Nam, Vietnam

Vietnam is often hailed by many as Southeast Asia's next ‘it’ tourist destination. It was recently recommended as one of the Top places to...

Thai Businessman in Possession of Child Pornography Arrested in Udon Thani

An infamous Thai businessman was arrested on Wednesday for possession of child pornography and shooting explicit content featuring minors. Local police in Udon Thani stormed...

National Geographic Lists Laos as Breathtaking Travel Destination for 2023

National Geographic, one of the most widely-read and respected magazines in the world, has selected Laos as one of the 25 most breathtaking places...

Thai Businesswoman Acquires Miss Universe Pageant for USD 20 Million

This is the first time the beauty pageant organizer would be owned by a woman.  Jakkaphong "Anne" Jakrajutatip, a Thai celebrity media tycoon, transgender rights...