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.
Experts Mull Forest Management Aspects
Sustainable forest management following the Paris Agreement and Sustainable Development Goals topped the agenda in the discussion among forest experts from ASEAN countries, the ASEAN Secretariat, and development partner organisations, who met in Vientiane yesterday.
Laos Remains Free From Dengue Outbreaks So Far
Laos has been quite silent this year in regards to any potential dengue fever outbreaks even as some countries in ASEAN are still facing rising dengue infections.