Laos makes strides in curbing malaria
Targeted interventions, such as case management, vector control, and community engagement, using stratification of control interventions by catchment areas have contributed to the…
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South Korea approves US$8.1 million as aid for Laos’ Agriculture ministry
These projects will advance the agricultural sector in Laos and the agreement for the grants was signed in Vientiane on December 25.
Employers in Laos failing to pay new minimum wage
Some privately owned companies in Vientiane are still not paying the new minimum wage, including factory owners, who say that because workers are unskilled they should not receive…
First beating-heart surgery successfully performed in Laos
It opens the door for many patients in the country with coronary artery disease to receive effective and durable treatment for their condition.
Korea, Laos friendship groups pledge stronger cooperation in 2025
The meeting highlighted the achievements of their collaboration over the past year, focusing on contributions to development in Laos, particularly in education, public health,…
Thailand hosts regional talks to find solutions to Myanmar’s bloody civil war
Although Myanmar's neighbours emphasised the need for continued engagement with the junta, Thai officials said the ASEAN bloc's 'Five Point Consensus' peace plan will remain…
Lao government to increase allowances for civil servants amid rising cost of living
Similarly, the ministry will also implement a policy to support employees and civil servants, retired employees and disabled employees whose minimum basic salary is less than…
Laos, Vietnam take steps to complete agreed upon construction projects
The two sides also agreed to further promote Lao-Vietnamese cooperation in education and human resource development, with more than 14,000 Lao nationals currently studying in…
Vietnam, Laos hold 11th ministerial political consultation
Both sides agreed to intensify collaboration in implementing the action plans for high-level agreements in the fourth quarter and next year, while well preparing for the upcoming…
Child sex trafficking ring from Vietnam to Laos busted
Several victims were rescued as part of the operation.