The government made an official announcement in Vientiane on Thursday to completely halt fuel tariff exemptions in a move to close loopholes in illegal oil imports.
Borikhamxay Ceases Wood Processing Plants
Borikhamxay provincial authorities have cancelled the business operations of 13 wood processing plants after finding that they had permanently ceased their processing operations for many years and that some were in violation of the law.
Laos, China Want Better Synergy In Development
Laos and China are aiming to achieve better synergy in development with the relevant sectors from both countries to work together to merge Laos’ Eighth five-year National Socio-Economic Development Plan (NSEDP) with China’s 13th five year NSEDP.
PRF Provides 189M To Construct Gravity-fed Water System
The Poverty Reduction Fund (PRF) provided 189 million kip to fund the construction of a gravity-fed water system in Taloung village, Nong district of Savannakhet province.
Luang Prabang Improving Tourist Sites
Luang Prabang, a tourist destination town, has earmarked US$10 million for the improvement of 20 priority tourist sites, which is now taking place in the two districts of Pak Ou and Chomphet.
Light Rain Forecasted Until August 7
Light rain is forecasted in most provinces across the country from today until August 7, Socio-Economic Newspaper reported yesterday, referring to the Meteorology and Hydrology Department.
Lao Front Prepares 66th Anniversary Celebrations 
The Lao Front for National Construction (LFNC) has revealed plans to celebrate its upcoming 66th anniversary on August 13.