Fifty-four students from Laos studying in Vietnam have returned to Laos without permission and have failed to place themselves under quarantine for 14 days in line with regulations.
Two More Covid-19 Cases Confirmed in Laos
Laos has confirmed two more cases of Covid-19, bringing the total number of confirmed cases in the country to twenty-two.
Students Encouraged to Apply for Tourism and Hospitality Courses Nationwide
Technical and vocational schools and colleges around the country have assembled their tourism and hospitality courses under one central Facebook Page titled “Hosts of Laos.”
CDC Relaxes Travel Advice for Laos
The United States’ Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has relaxed its travel advice for a number of countries, listing the risk of travel to Laos as very low.
Police to Expand CCTV Network in Vientiane Capital
The Ministry of Public Security is to expand the scope of the capital’s Closed-Circuit Television (CCTV) cameras amid an increase in crime.
Thailand Ban on International Flights Continues
Thailand’s ban on international commercial flights is set to continue while the Covid-19 pandemic situation remains critical in many countries.
Ministry Issues Regulations Backing Consumer Protection Associations
The Ministry of Industry and Commerce has issued new regulations to support the formation and operation of consumer protection associations in Laos.
Metamorphosis Underway for Lao Zoo
The Lao Conservation Trust for Wildlife is working hard to improve the Lao Zoo at Ban Keun, Vientiane Province, to transform it from a common zoo to a center for conservation and education.