Laos Experiences Surge in International Tourism with 2.1 Million Visitors in Early 2026
Laos: Laos welcomed more than 2.1 million international visitors during the first five months of 2026, achieving 47 percent of the annual target of 4.46
Myanmar President Pays Tribute at Unknown Soldier Monument in Vientiane
Vientiane: Myanmar President Min Aung Hlaing recently participated in a wreath-laying ceremony at the Unknown
Fire Department Reports 144 Incidents Nationwide in First Half of 2026
Vientiane: The Fire Prevention and Suppression Police Department has reported 144 fire incidents nationwide during
National Social Security Organization Advances Digital Transformation Through LSSO App Training
Vientiane: The National Social Security Organization (NSSO) held a nationwide training workshop in Vientiane from
Central Party Committee Honors President Kaysone Phomvihane with Floral Tribute
Vientiane: In a solemn and dignified atmosphere following the successful
Meeting Praises Outcomes of the 12th Party Congress
Vientiane: A meeting to commend the outcomes of the 12th
Laos asks Thailand to accept vaccinated workers without quarantine
The Lao government has asked its Thai counterpart to allow
COVID-19 cases reach 108,782 in Laos
The number of COVID-19 cases in Laos has reached 108,782 as of Wednesday with over 1,040 new cases recorded over the past 24 hours, according
Russian government helps reform Laos’ healthcare system
The Government of the Russian Federation has decided to provide US$ 12 million to improve healthcare services in Laos, according to the Russian Embassy in
Phongsavanh Group donates six ambulances supporting Covid-19 fight
Laos logs 962 new Covid-19 cases, 14 new fatalities
Laos records 1,272 new Covid-19 cases, five more deaths
Vientiane bans large gatherings, parties during New Year celebration
Mekong Arsenic Levels in Lao PDR Remain Within Safety Standards, MRC Reports
Vientiane: Arsenic concentrations in the Mekong River at monitored sites in the Lao PDR remain within internationally accepted safety standards, according to the latest monitoring results released by the Mekong River Commission (MRC) Secretariat.
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Weather Advisory: Heavy Rain and Strong Winds Expected Across Laos from July 6-12
Vientiane: a low-pressure trough extending across the northern and central regions, along with strengthening southwest monsoon winds, is forecasted to bring widespread light to moderate rainfall across Laos. The advisory indicates that some areas may …
First Extraordinary Session of the 10th National Assembly to Convene on July 6-10
Vientiane: At a press conference on July 2, Bounchan Sivongphan, Member of the Party Central Committee, member of the National Assembly Standing Committee and Head
First Joint Government-National Assembly Meeting Held Ahead of Extraordinary Session
Vientiane: The meeting brought together Deputy Prime Ministers, vice presidents of the National Assembly, Cabinet members, members of the National Assembly Standing Committee, committee chairpersons,
Fifth National Inspection Conference Opens with Focus on Anti-Corruption and Good Governance
Vientiane: The Fifth National Inspection Conference opened in Vientiane on July 1, 2026, bringing together senior Party and State leaders to review inspection and anti-corruption
Vientiane and Nghe An Strengthen Cooperation, Exchange Local Governance Experience
Vientiane: The meeting focused on strengthening the longstanding friendship and comprehensive cooperation between Laos and Vietnam, particularly between Vientiane Capital and Nghe An Province.
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Laos’ DX-Seven announced winner of 2021 Changwon K-POP World Festival
The Embassy of the Republic of Korea in the Lao PDR held an award ceremony for DX-Seven for winning the 2021 Changwon K-POP World Festival
My Voice, Our Future: Youth Debate Competition
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