SEADRIF and WFP Launch Impact-Based Insurance for Laos’ Vulnerable Communities
Vientiane: The policy brings together government, humanitarian, and disaster risk financing partners in a public-private collaboration to strengthen preparedness and long-term resilience to climate and disaster risks.
According to Lao News Agency, ...
Laos Expands Water Supply Capacity to 883,000 Cubic Meters Per Day
Vientiane: On May 5, 2026, in Vientiane, the Department of Water Supply under the Ministry of Public Works and Transport reported that Laos now operates 238 water supply plants nationwide with a combined production capacity of 883,000 cubic meters per...
Lao Aussie Fresh Market Confirms Safe Produce After Pesticide Testing
Vientiane: On May 6, 2026, a pesticide residue monitoring campaign was conducted at Lao Aussie Fresh Market, with laboratory results confirming that vegetables sold at the market are safe for consumers. The testing was carried out by the Department of...
Blood Donation Drive Marks World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day Anniversary
Vientiane: On May 6, 2026, in Vientiane, the National Blood Institute of the Lao Red Cross organized a blood donation campaign to mark the 163rd anniversary of World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day. The event was held at Lao-ITECC Shopping Center under...
PM Directs PWT Sector to Address Water Shortages and Infrastructure Challenges
Vientiane: The Prime Minister has outlined key priorities for the Ministry of Public Works and Transport (PWT) as part of the implementation of the 2026-2030 national development plan. The focus will be on infrastructure, urban development, transporta...
Laos and Australia Discuss Strengthening Media Cooperation
Laos: On May 6, Khamphanh Pheuyyavong, Member of the Political Bureau of the Central Committee and Head of the Commission for Information and Education of the Central Committee (CIECC), received Megan Jones at the CIECC reception hall to discuss bilat...
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