AFP - On 18 June, tens of thousands of Cambodians took to the streets of Phnom Penh for an official rally to support the government's actions in its recent border dispute with Thailand.
A massive crowd led by Deputy Prime Minister Hun Many -- Prime Minister Hun Manet's youngest brother -- joined a "Solidarity March" to support Cambodia's government and troops stationed on the border with Thailand.
Flourishing Cambodian flags and portraits of Hun Manet and his father, former leader Hun Sen, supporters marched to the Independence Monument in the heart of the capital.
One Cambodian soldier was killed on 28 May as troops exchanged fire in a disputed area known as...
Laos is set to deploy workers to South Korea’s fisheries sector for the first time under the E-10-2 visa program, a move aimed at curbing illegal migration, expanding legal...
The National Assembly has approved a new policy aimed at promoting road construction and repair across the country, as proposed by the Minister of Public Works and Transport on...
The Lao government has allocated over LAK 215 billion (approximately USD 9.97 million) to strengthen the country’s education sector, with a focus on increasing school enrollment, reducing dropout rates,...
AFP – Oil prices soared and stocks sank Friday after Israel launched "preemptive" strikes on Iran's nuclear and military sites and warned of more to come, stoking fears of...
EssilorLuxottica, a global leader in the design, production, and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, optical equipment, and eyewear, including both prescription and sunwear, has strengthened its presence in the Asia-Pacific...
LOCA, the Lao-grown ride-hailing and electric mobility startup, has announced the extension of its current fundraising round through the issuance of a USD 2.5 million Green Bond.
This new funding...
Laos is among the top countries with the highest overstay rates for The United States tourist and business visas, according to the latest data from the US Department of Homeland Security. However, when it comes to student and exchange visas, Lao nationals have the lowest overstay rate of any country reporting data.
According to the US Department of Homeland Security's latest report on entry and overstay patterns, Laos recorded a 9.55 percent overstay rate in the B-1/B-2 visa category, which includes temporary visitors for business and tourism.
This places Laos among the top two countries with the highest overstay rates in this category, alongside nations such as Djibouti.
By comparison, neighboring countries...
The Lao government has announced plans to boost tourism in Vientiane Capital with the theme "Vientiane's Sustainable Tourism," The initiative aims to incorporate innovative technologies into tourism management and create new attractions for...
Authorities in Luang Namtha Province are reviewing plans to restore the Tad Nam Dee Waterfall, a popular natural tourist site, following significant damage caused by last year’s floods from Typhoon Yagi.
The popular eco-tourism...
The Siamese crocodile, once declared extinct in the wild, has quietly held on in the hidden wetlands of Southeast Asia.
Today, roughly 1,000 of these rare reptiles remain, survivors of 500,000 years of evolution.
With their broad snouts, olive-green armor, and ancient bloodlines, Siamese crocodiles are living fossils, and one of the world’s most endangered species.
Growing up to three meters long, they live in freshwater rivers, swamps, and floodplains, relying on seasonal rhythms and healthy wetlands to survive.
On World Crocodile Day,...
Laos has officially approved DanceSport as a medal event at the Lao 12th National Games, marking the sport’s debut in the country’s competition.
The organizing committee officially approved the inclusion of DanceSport on 23...
Lodkeo Inthakoumman, a leading long-distance runner from Laos, captured two gold medals at the 85th Singapore Open Track & Field Championships, held from 24–25 April 2025.
The 30-year-old dominated the women’s long-distance events, clocking...
As World Blood Donor Day approaches on 14 June, Laos is taking urgent action to address its ongoing struggle with blood shortages through a nationwide campaign. Organized by the Lao Red Cross in partnership with local health departments and hospitals, the blood drive is being rolled out across all provinces with the goal of encouraging more people to donate.
The campaign's flagship events are taking place on 11 and 12 June in Luang Prabang and Vientiane Capital, respectively.
On 11 June, the Souphatra Hotel in Luang Prabang hosted a full-day blood drive from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, featuring fun activities and prizes to draw in participants. The following day, Lao ITECC Mall in Vientiane is scheduled to welcome donors from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm
While these events aim to celebrate the global spirit of blood donation, they also highlight a sobering reality: many provinces in Laos continue to struggle with meeting their blood supply needs.
Luang Prabang, in particular, remains among the most affected areas. Despite repeated campaigns and calls for support, fear and misinformation continue to keep many people from rolling up their sleeves.
Medical officials warn that unless this trend...