Hidden gem in Laos’ Luang Prabang blends southern cuisine with folk music
Tone Pheng is not simply a restaurant nor merely a bar—it is a haven where flavours, music and people come together under a roof that echoes with laughter and lullabies.
Vientiane Times
Laos steps up life skills education for gender equality
Flag-raising ceremonies and celebratory events were held across Hong Kong on Tuesday morning as the special administrative region marked the 28th anniversary of its return to the…
Lao government eyes measures to ease effects of electricity price hike
Lawmakers expressed concern that higher energy bills could seriously impact both households and businesses, which are already burdened by high inflation.
Lao government’s proposed tax law amendments offer incentives for micro enterprises, listed companies
Under the new system, micro-enterprises will be able to deduct operational costs before calculating their tax obligations.
Senglao Café blends Lao tradition to create fusion cuisine
It’s also an immersive space inspired by Lao cinema history. Every piece of furniture and décor has a story, salvaged from the original Senglao Theatre, which was once run by…
ASEAN nations review challenges faced by migrant workers
One of the most pressing issues facing migrant workers in the region is forced labour. Many workers find themselves trapped in situations where they are not compensated for their…
Lao PM Sonexay vows to take action on inflation and debt amid National Assembly’s concerns
The government will implement strict measures to stabilise currency exchange rates, increase domestic production to lower import dependence, and prevent further erosion of…
China Aircraft Corporation requests majority stake in Lao Airlines as government seeks partnership
The government is “considering the proposal of COMAC on a comprehensive venture, particularly its proposal to hold at least a 51 percent stake,” the PM told members of the…
New Lao-Thai friendship bridge nears completion, set to boost regional trade
The 1,350-metre bridge will enable easy travel between Borikhamxay province in Laos and Bueng Kan province in Thailand and spur trade with other countries in the Greater Mekong…
Laos eyes more Malaysian investments
Malaysia is Laos’ fourth-largest foreign investor, with total investment valued at US$946 million across 88 projects.