Provinces in Laos count the cost of flood damage
The worst of the rain was caused by tropical storm Prapiroon, in addition to normal monsoon rainfall. Rivers overflowed and heavy water runoff caused landslides, affecting 13…
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Laos, Brunei pledge to strengthen bilateral ties
The decision to strengthen their relations was made during an official visit to Laos by Brunei’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Dato Erywan Pehin Yusof, and his delegation from…
New mini taxi service in Laos to provide eco-friendly transport options, boost employment
LOCA prioritises sustainability and focuses on three main principles – generating employment, contributing to efforts to have a sustainable city, and countering climate change.
Laos listed among top favourites by Thai travellers
The ranking, which was compiled from a survey conducted on the Agoda platform earlier this month, shows that Japan, Taiwan and Laos are leading the pack as the ultimate hotspots…
Laotian government unveils work plans on solving economic, social challenges
One of the highest priorities for the government will be to pay attention to national security and defence, especially peace and order, during preparations for the upcoming ASEAN…
Unlocking Laos’ tea potential: balancing growth with fair returns for farmers
Tea farmers and labourers in Phousan, Xieng Khuang province, northern Laos, work tirelessly to pick tea leaves from the village’s wooded slopes. The daily schedule continues…
ASEAN women’s summit addresses gender disparity in the care economy
The meeting reaffirmed ASEAN’s commitment to supporting women and girls in the unpaid care economy as a critical regional agenda, recognising the specific challenges and…
Lao women gear up for ASEAN Women Leaders’ Summit
Representatives of ASEAN member countries, relevant sectors, social organisations and others present at the meeting discussed lessons learnt and good practices in relation to the…
Construction of one of SE Asia’s largest wind farm in Laos now more than 80 percent complete
Each of the 133 turbines is located on a solid and stable foundation, about 22 metres wide and 35 metres deep, with each turbine being 110 metres high.
ASEAN, Timor-Leste tackle problems relating to connectivity plans
Participants reviewed the progress made and the challenges encountered in the implementation of the ASEAN 2025 integration plan, under which 28 measures are currently being…