Various ministries and organizations in Laos held a capacity-building workshop for Timor-Leste, ahead of its accession to ASEAN, which took place from 26-30 June.
Economic Woes, Unemployment, Labor Shortages Raised at Laos National Assembly Session
The ongoing Fifth Ordinary Session of the Ninth National Assembly Legislature has seen numerous issues raised to the government, with constituents recommending measures to resolve pressing economic and social issues faced by the country.
Vientiane Capital Suffers Flash Floods Due to Poor Drainage and Infrastructure Maintenance
Laos National Assembly Members Call for Increase in Minimum Wage

National Assembly members from various constituencies commented on the government’s socio-economic development plan, state budget plan, and monetary plan during the ongoing 5th ordinary session of the 9th National Assembly in Vientiane Capital, and urged for measures to assist its suffering economy.
Saysana Group, Lao Government Collaborate on Big Data Management Feasibility Study
Saysana Group has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Lao Government to conduct a feasibility study for the development of a national and inclusive big data management project on 26 June at the Lao Plaza Hotel.
Laos Keen to Obtain Halal Certification For Domestic Products
Lao Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone expressed his commitment toward obtaining halal certification for domestic products during Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s official visit to Laos this week.
2,700 People Tricked Into Working for Cybercrime Syndicates Rescued in Philippines

MANILA, Philippines (AP) — Philippine police backed by commandos staged a massive raid on Tuesday and said they rescued more than 2,700 workers from China, the Philippines, Vietnam, Indonesia, and more than a dozen other countries who were allegedly swindled into working for fraudulent online gaming sites and other cybercrime groups.
Myanmar’s Military Intervention Sparks Fear of Third Forex Rate
Myanmar’s military government has been cracking down on the unofficial foreign exchange market to prevent further depreciation of Myanmar Kyat (MMK). But amidst all interventions, observers worry that a third, parallel market exchange rate may emerge.