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…
Lao, Vietnamese Prime Ministers Discuss Expanding Bilateral Cooperation
Vientiane: The two Prime Ministers expressed pleasure at holding their first official meeting together, continuing the long-standing tradition of close cooperation between Laos and Vietnam. Both sides reaffirmed the special solidarity, mutual trust, a…
Japan, FAO Conclude $1.4 Million Rural Development Project in Northern Laos
Vientiane: The Livelihood Resilience in Rural Areas (LRRA) project, launched in late 2023 with a grant assistance of $1.4 million, focused on strengthening climate resilience and improving livelihoods in 48 remote villages across Luang Prabang Provinc…
Village-led Forest Protection Marks GCF-1 Closure in Northern Laos
Vientiane: The Climate Protection through Avoided Deforestation (CliPAD) programme, in close cooperation with the Department of Forestry, Ministry of Agriculture and Environment, convened the GCF-1 closure event in Vientiane. The event brought togethe…
ASEAN Targets Carbon Neutrality, Sustainable Growth by 2030
Vientiane: The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) has reaffirmed its shared ambition to accelerate the region’s transition towards carbon neutrality and sustainable growth by 2030, according to the ASEAN Chair’s statement released on May 9…