Vientiane: Laos has seen a steady increase in international tourist arrivals since 2024. Statistics for 2025 showed that more than 3 million foreign tourists visited the country during the first eight months of the year, an increase of 15% compared wi…
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Laos and Cambodia Unveil Logo to Celebrate 70 Years of Diplomatic Ties
Vientiane: The Lao PDR and the Kingdom of Cambodia on September 7, 2026, officially launched the logo commemorating the 70th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries.
According to Lao News Agency, the ceremo…
Champasak Welcomes More Than 678,000 Tourists in 2026
Vientiane: (KPL) A delegation from the Department of Culture and Tourism of Khammuane Province visited Champasak Province from September 3-5, 2026, to exchange experiences and lessons on culture and tourism development.
According to Lao News Agency,…
Luang Namtha Flooding Causes More Than 4.195 Trillion Kip in Damage
Vientiane: Severe flooding hit Luang Namtha Province from August 29 to 31, affecting all five districts and more than 24,800 people, according to a report by Luang Namtha Provincial News on September 7, 2026.
According to Lao News Agency, the floodi…
Chinese PLA “Peace Train” Medical Team Arrives in Laos
Vientiane: The Chinese medical support team participating in the China-Laos “Peace Train-2026” joint humanitarian medical rescue exercise arrived in the Lao capital Vientiane on Sunday morning. The team will conduct a 17-day joint exercise and medical…
ALACE EXPO 2026 to Showcase Construction and Architectural Innovations
Vientiane: The Association of Lao Architects and Civil Engineers (ALACE) held a press conference on September 7, 2026, in Vientiane to announce the ALACE EXPO ’26, an exhibition showcasing construction materials, architectural innovation and civil eng…