Laos is currently immersed in a series of events commemorating the 75th anniversary of the establishment of the Laos People’s Army, with the official celebration day being January 20. Various dignitaries, including the president, prime minister, and ministers, attend ceremonies emphasizing the army’s substantial role in shaping Laos into an independent nation.
Thai Prime Minister Propels ‘Four Countries, One Destination’ Tourism Initiative
Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin presented an ambitious vision for Southeast Asian nations to function as one tourist destination during the World Economic Forum in Switzerland on 17 January.
‘Battery of Southeast Asia’ Plans Move Forward as Laos Enhances Trade Capacity With Cambodia
Laos and Cambodia have reiterated their commitment to enhancing energy trade between the two countries, following the establishment of a 500-kilovolt transmission line in the southern Champasack province of Laos to the border with Cambodia.
Thai Court of Appeals Hands an Activist a Record 50-Year Prison Term for Insulting the Monarchy
BANGKOK (AP) — A court of appeals in Thailand has handed a political activist a record sentence for the criminal offense of insulting the monarchy, giving him a 50-year prison term after finding him guilty of 25 violations of the law, a lawyers’ group said Thursday.
ASEAN Nears 35 Percent Renewable Energy Target
Solar and wind energy capacity in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) region witnessed a 20 percent increase in 2023, reaching a total of over 28 gigawatts (GW).
Australian Media Names Laos the Top Budget-Friendly Paradise
An Australian media outlet picked Laos as one of the “best places to visit” this year, complimenting the country’s authentically laid-back attitude and low-cost lifestyle.
Government Cracks Down on Corruption, Grants Amnesty in Commitment to Social Justice
Savannakhet authorities disciplined 69 officials through expulsion and dismissal over corruption allegations, while the Lao government granted amnesty to more than 1,800 prisoners. These two parallel initiatives highlight the government’s efforts to uphold integrity within its ranks and foster a climate of social justice.
UXO Remain Threat to Rural Life in Laos, Injures Five While Cooking
Latest update on 18 January at 11:30 am
Five individuals were seriously injured while igniting a fire under their house in Viengxay village, located in the Phouvong district of Attapeu Province, Laos. The cause of the incident was identified as unexploded ordnances (UXOs) left over from the intense bombing campaign conducted by the United States in Laos between 1964 and 1973.