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China Reservoir Collapse Comes as Laos Prepares for Rising Rivers and Flood Risks

Floods in southern China have killed two people and forced nearly 48,000 residents to evacuate, raising concerns across the region as Laos prepares for another week of heavy rain, rising rivers, and possible flooding. Chinese authorities raised their highest flood emergency level on 6 July after days of torrential rain...

Myanmar’s Leader Wraps First ASEAN Visit in Laos, Signs Mekong Dam Study

Myanmar's recently elected President, Min Aung Hlaing, who seized power in the 2021 military...

Vietnam, Philippines Reach Upper-Middle-Income Status as Laos Eyes 2035 Target

Vietnam and the Philippines have been reclassified as upper-middle-income economies by the World Bank,...

Laos, South Korea Sign USD 1.1 Million in Agriculture Deals

Laos and South Korea have sealed two new agriculture deals worth more than USD...

Laos Extends Condolences After Deadly Venezuela Earthquake

Laos has extended its condolences to Venezuela after a powerful earthquake left more than...

Thai AirAsia X Successfully Files for Bankruptcy

Thai AirAsia X (TAAX), a low-cost long-haul flight provider that is part of the AirAsia group, has successfully filed for bankruptcy in a Thai...

Indian Drama a Surprise Hit in Laos and Thailand

Indian biographical crime drama, Gangubai Kathiawadi, has proven a surprise hit on Netflix among viewers in Thailand and Laos. The film, which stars Indian actress...

Thailand Pass Remains in Place after CCSA Meeting

Thailand’s Centre for Covid-19 Situation Administration (CCSA) has announced the reopening of entertainment venues, while the Thailand Pass system will remain in place. According to...

Myanmar Resistance Asks for Western Weapons

Myanmar's shadow government defense commander has requested foreign assistance to arm resistance fighters against the governing military, demanding support akin to that offered to...

ASEAN Countries Agree to Mutually Recognize Covid Vaccination Certificates

ASEAN countries have agreed to mutually recognize Covid-19 vaccination certificates to facilitate seamless and safe cross-border travel, says the Health Ministry. Malaysia's Deputy Health Minister...

Thai Journalist Apologizes for Failure to Recognize Lao PM

Thai newscaster Sophon Ong-karn has apologized for a gaffe during live television yesterday during which he failed to recognize the Prime Minister of Laos,...