Lao Ministry of Information, Culture and Tourism drives improvements in tourism standards
The efforts aim to establish clear guidelines for entrepreneurs, ensuring sustainable development and compliance with regulations.
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Four of six countries where infections have surged by more than 100% since 2010 are in Asia-Pacific
In Asia and the Pacific, there are 17 AIDS-related deaths every hour and a new HIV infection every two minutes. From 2010 to 2023, new infections increased in Bangladesh (20%),…
Laos, China agree on shared product standards
The agreement was signed during a meeting in Vientiane on Tuesday to discuss the regulations around Lao and Chinese alcohol standards.
Laos, US partner to expand access to justice for women and children
Globally, almost one in three women have experienced physical or sexual violence at least once in their life, and many suffer in silence. This occurs similarly in Laos.
ASEAN, China beef up ties in defence, security
Lao Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Defence General Chansamone said the meeting was a good opportunity for ASEAN and Chinese ministers to meet, strengthen mutual…
Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia hold annual defence ministerial meeting
Vietnamese Minister of National Defence General Phan Van Giang noted that the ties are essential for maintaining peace, stability, and development in each nation.
ASEAN members strengthen defence cooperation
Closer cooperation between ASEAN countries was the main topic of discussion by ASEAN defence ministers, who convened at the National Convention Centre in Vientiane, Laos.
Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia hold joint search, rescue exercise
The joint drill aims to strengthen cooperation between the nations' armies, support one another in case of natural disasters, provide prompt help for people affected by natural…
Lao, Vietnamese presidents hold online talks
The leaders agreed to intensify cooperation in areas of potential and to push for the fulfilment of cooperation agreements entered into by the two sides.
Lao national arrested with over 1M meth pills at Cambodia border
In Cambodia, most of the drugs seized originate from the Golden Triangle – the region where the borders of Thailand, Laos and Myanmar meet – entering through the northeast and…