Vientiane: The Inception Meeting, organized by the Department of Planning and Cooperation (DOPC) in Vientiane Capital, brought together approximately 30 participants from across key government ministries, research institutions, producer organizations,…
Day: May 12, 2026
Australia Partners with Laos to Promote Alcohol Safety in Vang Vieng
Vang vieng: The programme focuses on modernising national systems related to food and alcohol safety to address recurring public health challenges, following serious incidents in Vang Vieng in 2024 that resulted in the deaths of six foreign tourists.
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Lao Police Crack Down on Scam Networks in Bokeo, Detain 230 Suspects
Bokeo: coordinated operations were carried out in Houayxay District and Tonpheung District, targeting organised scam networks accused of conducting online and phone-based fraud activities. Authorities also confiscated a large number of computers, mobi…
ADB Frontier Backs Houng Sok to Scale Local Food Manufacturing in Lao PDR
Vientiane: The investment will expand domestic food production, create jobs, build skills, and reduce reliance on imports. Beyond commercial growth, it will advance broader development objectives by supporting Houng Sok to establish an ISO-certified f…