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

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