Vientiane: The Lao government is calling for more modest celebrations during the upcoming Lao New Year in 2026, urging the public to reduce unnecessary travel and use electric vehicles to conserve fuel. The guidance was issued in a notice from the Pri…
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PM Urges Stronger Oversight of Tourism Safety and Risky Activities
Vientiane: At the 2025 Annual National Conference on Culture and Tourism and the 2026 planning session held on April 7, Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone called on the Ministry of Culture and Tourism to strengthen oversight of tourism activities, with…
Kaeng Xe Lanong Rapids Open to Visitors for Lao New Year
Kaeng xe lanong: Kaeng Xe Lanong in Salavan Province has officially opened to visitors ahead of the Lao New Year (Boun Pi Mai) BE 2569 celebrations, offering a natural retreat for holiday travelers. Located in Ban Talung, Ta Oi District, the site feat…
Laos Reviews 2025 Culture and Tourism Performance, Sets Strategic Direction for 2026
Vientiane: The Ministry of Culture and Tourism convened a national meeting on April 6-7 to assess the sector’s performance in 2025 and define strategic priorities for 2026. The meeting was chaired by Suansavanh Vignaket and attended by deputy minister…
Laos Issues Extreme Heat Warning as Temperatures Reach Up to 41°C
Laos: Laos’ Department of Meteorology and Hydrology has issued an extreme heat warning, forecasting temperatures of up to 41°C across the country from April 6 to April 10.
According to Lao News Agency, the alert, issued under Warning Notice No. 0354…
Mekong Youth Step Forward on Water Quality
Luang prabang: The Challenge, held from 30 March to 3 April, brought together students from Cambodia, Lao PDR, Thailand, and Viet Nam, creating a platform for cross-border exchange and collaboration. The students attended a full-day workshop in Luang …