Celebrating Lao new year 2568: a joyful start to the Year of the Snake
This year, the new year is symbolised by the snake, the Zodiac sign representing wisdom, adaptability, and renewal.
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Laos named most affordable travel destination for 2025
The report, based on research by Canadian financial platform HelloSafe, found that average daily travel expenses in Laos are just US$16, including accommodation, meals and…
Concessions awarded for large-scale durian cultivation in Laos
The move could support Laos’ ambition to become a supplier of durian to neighbouring China, where investors are seeking to expand durian plantations in Laos so that more fruit…
Former Lao President Khamtay Siphandone passes away at 102
The General was among the first generation of leaders of the Lao People’s Revolutionary Party’s Central Committee that led the Lao people in their revolutionary struggle for…
Laos, Australia strengthen economic ties
Australian Ambassador to Laos Megan Jones highlighted the potential for Australian investment in the Savan-Xeno Special Economic Zone, especially in logistics and agriculture as…
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.
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.
Lao NA approves ministry mergers, amendments to constitution, laws, investment incentives
Three ministerial-equivalent bodies remain unchanged, namely the Prime Minister’s Office, State Inspection Authority, and the Bank of the Lao PDR.
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…