ASEAN launches guidelines for Agroecology Transitions to promote sustainable agriculture
The guidelines aim to guide the region towards more sustainable, resilient and equitable food systems.
Laos
Cambodia and Laos reiterate shared commitment to combating cyber fraud, drug crime
Cross-border crimes between Laos and Cambodia often involve drug trafficking, with drugs being transported into the Kingdom through provinces like Stung Treng or Preah Vihear.
Air pollution worsens across Laos
The Ministry of Health advises people to wear a face mask at all times when outside, to reduce inhalation of fine ash or dust.
Luang Prabang gears up for Lao New Year festivities
Luang Prabang is a top tourist destination year round but receives the greatest number of visitors over Pi Mai Lao when people flock to the town to observe the special traditions…
New road between Lao capital Vientiane and Thailand’s Chiang Mai cuts travel time by 3 hours
Motorists using the old route had to cross the Lao-Thai border in Thailand’s Nong Khai province, driving a distance of 863 kilometres. The new route is 629 kilometres long and…
Some Asian countries considered for US President Trump’s potential new travel ban
The memo lists a total of 41 countries divided into three separate groups.
Lao PM calls for stronger sustainable development, environmental protection
Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone acknowledged local efforts in farming, rearing livestock and small-scale industries, and urged authorities to prioritise environmental…
Japan pledges US$11.3m grant aid to finance Laos’ socioeconomic development
Japan’s Grant Aid project, titled “Economic and Social Development Programme” will finance and provide materials and heavy machinery to Laos for bridge rehabilitation and…
Vietnam PM Chinh welcomes Lao Deputy Minister of National Defence
Stressing the enduring significance of the great Vietnam-Laos friendship in national building and safeguarding of both countries, PM Chinh reaffirmed Vietnam’s appreciation for…
Laos moves to develop carbon markets in energy sector
The Department of Energy Efficiency and Promotion is leading efforts to establish policies and frameworks that will allow the energy sector to benefit from carbon trading. This…