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Laos Government Imposes Higher Fines to Curb Unlawful Mining Practices

Laos Government Imposes Higher Fines to Curb Unlawful Mining Practices
[FILE] this image is used only for representational purpose (photo: thinkchina.sg)

In a move to penalize mining companies that carry out unlawful practices, the government has issued fines of over a billion kip to ensure legitimate mining activities among mining operations.

Thai Officials, Accused of Coddling Jailed Ex-pm, Say Not Calling Him ‘Inmate’ Is Standard Practice

 FILE - Thailand's former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra greets his supporters as he arrives at Don Muang airport in Bangkok, Thailand, Tuesday, Aug. 22, 2023. Thailand's former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra is a convict serving a prison sentence for wrongdoing in office, but it's not right to call him an inmate, the country's Correction Department declared Tuesday, Jan. 16, 2024. (AP Photo/Wason Wanichakorn, File)
 FILE - Thailand's former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra greets his supporters as he arrives at Don Muang airport in Bangkok, Thailand, Tuesday, Aug. 22, 2023. Thailand's former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra is a convict serving a prison sentence for wrongdoing in office, but it's not right to call him an inmate, the country's Correction Department declared Tuesday, Jan. 16, 2024. (AP Photo/Wason Wanichakorn, File)

BANGKOK (AP) — Former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra is serving a prison sentence after being convicted of wrongdoing in office, but he shouldn’t be called an inmate, the country’s Correction Department declared Tuesday.

Luang Prabang Targets 1.7 Million Tourists Amid Heritage Preservation Concerns

Pha Daeng Peak in Luang Prabang. (Photo: ທ່ອງທ່ຽວຫຼວງພະບາງ)

Luang Prabang is set to dazzle visitors in Visit Laos Year 2024, aiming to attract both domestic and international visitors throughout the year. However, as the province also celebrates its 28th World Heritage anniversary, concerns loom over potential threats to its prestigious status.

North Korean Cyber Empire Extends to Money Laundering in Southeast Asia, UNODC Reports

North Korean Cyber Empire Extends to Money Laundering in Southeast Asia, UNODC Reports
[FILE] this image is used only for representational purpose (photo: Bangkok Post)

The United Nations Office of Drugs and Crime (UNODC) has unveiled a troubling nexus between North Korea’s notorious Lazarus Group, renowned for cyberheists, and money laundering operations in Southeast Asia. 

Laos Partners with Chinese Firm for Tech Advancement in Mineral Exploration, Environmental Management

Mining in Laos

The Lao government has joined forces with a Chinese firm to revolutionize mineral exploration, natural resource mapping, urban planning, and environmental management across Laos.

Oxfam Warns of Trillionaire Emergence as Wealth Soars Amid Global Poverty

Oxfam Warns of Trillionaire Emergence as Wealth Soars Amid Global Poverty
Corporate buildings. (Photo: Oxfam)

The wealth of the world’s five richest individuals has soared by an alarming 114 percent since 2020. With Oxfam predicting the emergence of the first-ever trillionaire within the next decade, concerns about rising inequality and the persistence of poverty for 229 years cast a shadow over global economic prospects.

Exhibition at That Luang Esplanade Showcases Lao Military Craftsmanship to Honor 75 Years of Service

(Photo: Pasaxon News)

The Lao People’s Army is commemorating its 75th founding anniversary with a series of activities, highlighting past achievements and its ongoing commitment to safeguarding the country. The celebrations have also seen high-profile visits, military exercises, and public displays.

Chinese Aerobatic Team Begins Adaptive Flight Training in Laos

Red Falcons

CCTV+ — The Red Falcon Air Demonstration Team of the Chinese People’s Liberation Army (PLA) Air Force started its adaptive flight training in Laos on Monday morning for the upcoming stunt performance.

At the invitation of Laos, the aerobatic team arrived in the country on Saturday for the celebrations of the 75th anniversary of the founding of the Lao People’s Army.

It is the first time for an aerobatic team of the Chinese air force to perform in Laos and the first time for the Red Falcon to perform outside China.

Established in 2011, the Red Falcon is made up of outstanding flight instructors from the Aviation University of the Air Force and homegrown JL-8 aircraft.