Laos is seeking standards for forest product development, including the production of traditional medicines, as the technology in this field lags behind that in other ASEAN countries.
AEM 48 Opened
The 48th ASEAN Economic Ministers’ Meeting (AEM 48) was opened this morning by Prime Minister Thongloun Sisoulith in the presence of ASEAN Secretary General Le Luong Minh.
CLMV Nations to Partner In Tourism, Banking
Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar and Vietnam (CLMV) have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthen their cooperation in promoting their countries as a single tourism destination.
Warehouse Burns Down In Sikhottabong
A warehouse containing electrical equipment and rubber pipes in Dongnaxok-Neua village, Sikhottabong district, was engulfed by flames on Tuesday morning. Fortunately no one was injured in the blaze.
Rains Drench the North After Nida Passes
The northernmost province of Phongsaly felt the effects of Typhoon Nida as it blasted into China on Tuesday, forcing the cancellation of hundreds of flights in Hong Kong.
Laos, Malaysia Boost Trade And Investment Cooperation
Laos and Malaysia will boost cooperation in trade and investment to strengthen their existing bilateral relations.
Savannakhet Road Upgrades Pave Way For Development
Work to improve roads in Kaysone Phomvihane, Phin and Sepon districts in Savannakhet province will begin next year and will take 18 months to complete.
One Dead, 23 Injured In Pakxan Accident
A passenger was killed instantly and 23 others were injured on Sunday when a Lao bus and a Vietnamese truck collided head on along Road No. 13 South in Pakxan district, Borikhamxay province.