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.
Indonesia’s Mount Sinabung Erupts, Sends Column of Ash Into Sky
Indonesia’s Mount Sinabung erupted on Monday, sending a column of volcanic ash as high as 5,000 meters into the atmosphere and depositing ash on nearby villages.
Lebanon Government Steps Down as Public Anger Mounts
The government of Lebanon has resigned in the wake of growing outrage over Tuesday’s blast that destroyed areas of Beirut and killed over 200 people.