Time Magazine Calls Luang Prabang “A Hidden Paradise”
Luang Prabang is included on Time Magazine’s 50 greatest places in the world.
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Lao Garment Association Call for Reduction of Tax on Imported Raw Materials
Laos’ garment association has urged the government to reduce taxes on imported raw materials to lower production costs to make the industry more competitive.
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Job Fair Set to Boost Job Creation and Employment Networks
The organizing committee of the “Ready 4 Work” Fair 2023 is expecting a large number of participants.
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Laos Records First Trade Surplus of $48million for 2023
Laos registered the first-ever trade surplus of 2023 in February
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Laos and Cambodia are Partnering to Promote Shared Tourism
Laos and Cambodia are joining forces to promote tourism between the two countries.
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The Influx of Chinese Visitors Could Overwhelm Hospitality Sector Experts Say
Expert says that the hospitality sector may struggle to deal with the influx of Chinese visitors to the country.
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Vietnam to Expand List of Eligible Countries for Visa Exemption
Vietnam will waive visas for more countries and extend the length of stay for foreign tourists to speed up the recovery of tourism.
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PM Orders Installation of Immigration Checkpoints at Train Stations to Cope with Visitor Influx
Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone has asked for urgent action to set up immigration booths at stations on the Laos-China Railway.
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Telecoms Network to Undergo Rapid Expansion by 2025
The telecommunications network in Laos is set to expand to enable the country’s digital transformation.
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Luang Prabang Plans “Pi Mai 2023” Extravaganza
Luang Prabang authorities have arranged an extensive programme of activities for the Lao New Year (Pi Mai Lao) 2023 festival.
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Vientiane International Half Marathon is Open for Registration
The Vientiane International Half Marathon will take place on March 26, comprising race distances of 21k, 10k, and 5k.
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85 People Die in Road Accidents in February
A high number of road accidents where reported last month alone according to the Traffic Police Department.
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Japanese to Step Up Investments in Laos
Laos and Japan have affirmed their desire to further their economic and trade cooperation.
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Khammuan Authorities Declare Hin Nam No a National Park
Khammuan authorities have officially declared the Hin Nam No National Protection Area (Karst mountains) a national park.
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Vietnam, Laos, and Thailand Strengthen Transport Connectivity
The 23rd preparatory conference of Vietnam, Laos, and Thailand was recently held in the central Lao province to review their cooperation.
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Lao Consul in China Visits World’s largest Bus Manufacturer
The Lao Consul in China and his delegation visited the factory of the world’s largest bus manufacturer, Yutong bus company.
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BCEL Vows to Take Responsibility Regarding Money Hacking Issues
BCEL has pledge to conduct an investigation regarding money hacking issue.
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Vientiane Province Adds Another Cave to List of Attractions
Visitors to scenic Vientiane province will soon be able to add a new location to their itinerary.
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China-Laos Railway Records New High of Daily Passenger Number
The number of passengers travelling on the China-Laos Railway is continuing to grow, posting an increase of 256.2 percent
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Laos-China Railway to Start Online Ticket Sales Next Week
The Laos-China Railway Co., Ltd. will begin selling train tickets online through the LCR ticket app
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Illegal Trade of Pangolins and their Parts Widespread Online in Laos
The armadillo-like anteaters are in demand for the supposed medicinal benefits of their scales.
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The Month of Francophonie Opens in Laos
A celebration of the French language is being honoured in Laos together with other countries around the world.
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Inflation Hits New High of 41.3%
The year-on-year inflation rate is continuing to rise, soaring to 41.3 percent in February.
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Laos’ Luang Prabang May Lose Unesco Status Amid Fears Dam Will Cause ‘Irreversible Damage’
Critics are concerned about the ‘authenticity and integrity’ of Luang Prabang, a Unesco World Heritage site, if the project proceeds
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Laos, Australia Prompt Females’ Access to Digital Education
An urge to educate women about gender equality with the help of digital and media resources.
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Tourism Ministry Takes New Step to Counter Trafficking in Persons
The Ministry of Tourism is making further steps to stop human trafficking through educating the youth about human rights.
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Lao Airlines to Resume Flights to Danang This Month
Lao Airlines is set to bring back flight going to Danang.
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$692 Million Loan Secured to Finance Region’s Largest Wind Farm in Laos
The biggest wind mill farm in southeast Asia has secured a financing agreement with ADB.
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Lao, Thai Security Forces Step Up Mekong Border Control
The military force of both nations are joining force to implement a strong border patrol to lessen crime related concerns.
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Sihom’s Walking Street Attracts Local and Foreign Tourists
A street in Sihom Village in Vientiane is getting more local and international tourist visits.
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“Wanted Wife: Good Salary” Ads Tricked Lao Women to Marry Chinese Men
Lao women are being tricked to marry chinese men who will turn them into slaves.
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Vietnam Funds Construction of School in Huaphan
The government of Vietnam funded the construction of school in Huaphan, Laos.
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Visit Laos Year 2023-2024 Materials are Ready for Rollout
Welcoming materials for Visit Laos is on rollout to boost tourism.
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Japan Provides 52 Buses for Vientiane
The government of Japan has donated busses to help improve public transport in Laos capital.
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Young Lao Designer to Showcase Designs at International Fashion Festival
Lao fashion designer is set to showcase sustainable Lao design on international stage.
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Health Ministry Issues New Ruling to Keep Medicine Prices Affordable
Ministry of Health drop an ordinance to keep medicine pricing affordable.
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Prime Minister Urges Rail Operator to Improve Services
Lao Prime Minister urge the rail operator to improve its services to give passenger a better experience.
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Education Ministry Mulls Ways to Improve Children’s Literacy
The ministry of education urge to develop literacy of every Lao children.
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Dengue Fever Infections in Laos Rises
A rising number of Dengue infections on the first quarter of the year alarms the health ministry.
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Chinese Tourists Fill Up Hotels in Northern Laos’ Luang Prabang
Luang Prabang is experiencing a surge of Chinese Tourist who visits the town.
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Laos Hopes That Business Will be Booming Again Soon
The country is looking forward for the boom of the businesses as more tourists starts to enter.
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Setthathirath Hospital Reports Strong Progress in Personnel Development
The hospital reports that they are focusing in improving their service as government recommend them to become self-reliant institution.
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New Art Museum in Laos to Open in 2024
A new Art Museum is set to open next year.
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Sithandone’s Khaen Twin Towers Construction Kicks Off
A groundbreaking ceremony was held for Khaen twin towers of the Sithandone Special Economic Zone in Khong, Champassak.
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Fueled by the Drug Trade, Crime is on the Rise in Laos
Crime in Laos is growing, fueled largely by wider drug use and trafficking, according to the police.
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Lao Pipe Industrial Technology to Expand Water Supply in Vientiane
Expansion of water supply in Vientiane started last year and expected to finish by next year.
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Lao Airlines to Operate Flights From Pakse to China Starting Mid-2023
Lao Airlines announced that they open direct flights going to China mid this year.
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Laos Biospring.LTD and Singapore Zen Science Announced New Joint Venture BioZEN Health
Laos Biospring.LTD and Singapore Zen science announced that the two parties have signed a joint venture company called BioZen
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Laos Health Officials Find Formalin in Food Products at Luang Prabang Markets
MOH discovered high levels of formalin (formaldehyde in liquid form) that had contaminated animal products at several locations.
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U.S. Based Fiber Designer Brings Rare Indigo Made in Laos to Branford’s BACA Gallery
U.S. based fabric designer was so amazed with Laos textile and include the items as part of her new collections.
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Australian Skateboarder Achieves Dream of Building a Skate Park in Laos
A man from Australia has accomplished a dream to provide Laos with its first official skate park.
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ASEAN to Host 1st Regional Online Shopping Festival
ASEAN will host the first region-wide online shopping event in August 2023 to promote cross-border trade through e-commerce.
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Villagers to be Displaced by Luang Prabang Dam Want More Compensation
Villagers who will be displaced by the massive Luang Prabang Dam project are demanding five times higher compensation.
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European Union Funded Medical Sterilization Equipment to Boosts Health Protection
Hospital sterilization equipment worth more than US$160,000 is being dispatched to healthcare facilities in Vientiane and several provinces.
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Bank of the Lao PDR Regulates Currency Exchange Rates in Bid to Stabilize the Economy
BOL has issued a new decision on the setting of currency exchange rates, as a guideline for commercial banks trading in foreign currencies.
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Riverside Spot in Borikhamxay is Set to Become a New Tourist Destination
Borikhamxay authorities are building visitor facilities at the popular Hadxaikhao beach on the Mekong River in Don village, Pakxan district.
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Laos’ Tourists Haven Feuang District Near Vientiane Expects Over 100,000 Tourists in 2023
After seeing over 45,000 tourists since the country reopened its borders in May last year, the Feuang district’s governor expects more.
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Peugeot Brand to Launch in Laos
Premium French brand PEUGEOT expands to Laos as part of its Asean expansion strategy.
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Laos Launches E-Market Platform to Present Domestic Goods to the World
Buyers in Laos and foreign countries will be able to purchase locally made products from a newly developed online store…
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Lao Kip Boosts Travel; High-Speed Train Brings More Tourists to Thailand
The number of Chinese tourists visiting Vientiane in Laos, Nong Khai, and Udon Thani in Thailand has increased now.
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For the First Time Train Brings Goods from China-Laos-Thailand
A train carrying goods and produce between China, Laos, and Thailand – and back to China – has made its first journey along the newly completed Lao-China railway.
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Lao Photographer Wins contest in the UK
Mr. Anoukit Kothsavath was among 20 photographers from around the world selected as winners of the Life Framer competition in January 2023.
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Ministry Official Calls for Review of Labour Policies, Salaries
Many factories and companies in Laos have vacancies but few people are interested in working for the low pay that is offered.
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Vietnam to Buy 3000MW Electricity From Laos
Vietnamese Prime Minister has approved plans to import electricity with a total capacity of 2,689MW.
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Laos, Cambodia Further Strengthen Bilateral Cooperation
Bilateral cooperation has been constantly promoted to strengthens area such as national defense and public security, economy and trade.
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Luang Prabang’s Night Market Vendors Enthused by Return of Tourists
Luang Prabang vendors are now making a comeback and earning a steady income as growing number of tourist arrived.
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Thailand to Impose $12 Entry Fee for Foreign Travelers from June as Tourism Booms
Travelers flying into Thailand will have to pay 300 baht ($12) for each trip.
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In drug Bust, Lao Police Seize Half a Ton of Crystal Meth in Golden Triangle
Lao police are searching for the kingpin of an illegal drug smuggling operation in the Golden Triangle area.
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Chinese Army Doctors Collaborate with Lao Army in Neurosurgery
The Chinese People’s Liberation Army has provided 10 groups of medical specialists to work in Laos up until 2025.
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Lao Sustainable Development Projects Receive Funding From the French Government
French Ambassador signed the funding agreements in support of the 11 Lao organization beneficiaries for sustainability.
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Laos Celebrates World Wetland Day 2023 with a Focus on Restoration
This event served as a celebration of the success of the climate change adaptation in Laos.
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Laos, A Centre for Scam Networks Run by Chinese Nationals: Report
Foreigners are being trapped and forced by a Chinese national to work in scam call centers at Golden Triangle Special Zone in Laos.
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South Korean University Extends Support for Nursing Education in Laos
Inje University continuous its support in enhancing the quality of nursing education in Laos
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Lao Government Backs the Use of Electric Vehicles to Conserve Energy Supplies
Lao Deputy Minister of Energy promote the use of electric vehicles to conserve energy that petrol-powered cars.
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Australia Eyes Closer Economic Engagement with Laos
Business and economic connectivity is set to be one of the key drivers of growth between the two nations in upcoming years.
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Prime Minister Urge to Strengthen Agriculture, Forestry, and Rural Development
To ensure the positive transformation of these important sectors, the Prime Minister highlighted key areas of focus.
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Laos Begins Preparations to Host 2024 ASEAN Summit
Preparations are underway for Laos to host the next ASEAN Summit in 2024.
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Laos Tourism Number to Rise as Government Prepares for Return of Chinese Tourists
The Lao government and private sectors are actively preparing for the arrival of Chinese tour groups.
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South Korea Ink Deal on Financing for Lao Workers Overseas
The contract specifies providing access to financing for Lao nationals to work in South Korea for a period of three years.
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Vice Governors Convened to Make Way Towards Ending Child Poverty in Lao PDR
Lao Vice Governors made a commitment to end child poverty in the country by increasing investments in key areas such as education and nutrition.
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Health Experts Voice Concern over Prevalence of TB and HIV
The epidemic of both Tuberculosis and HIV is a major public health problem in Laos.
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Greener Trade and Investment is Key to the Future of Laos: ADB
Greener trade and investment is crucial to tackling climate change in Laos, and will require regional governments to work together more closely.
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Lao National Cycling Federation is Selecting Cyclists for International Competition
The Lao National Cycling Federation is organizing competitions to choose the best cyclists to represent Laos on international competitions.
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Laos Partners with Japanese Firm to Pilot Digital Currency
The Bank of Laos started piloting its digital currency following its memorandum signed with Japanese blockchain developer.
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Govt. Eyes Revision of Electricity Charges to Generate More Revenue
The government plans to make changes to the structure of electricity pricing, bringing charges in line with changing economic and financial circumstances.
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Disney’s Raya the Last Dragon Lead Cultural Advisor Reconnects to his Homeland
Lao-American and Disney’s Lead Cultural Advisor describe Laos as the land of a million gentle people.
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January Inflation Rate Soars to New High of 40.3%
Year-on-year inflation in Laos jumped to 40.3 percent in January, the highest rate in 23 years, according to the latest report from the Lao Statistics Bureau.
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Samsung handover learning materials worth 12,000 USD to the Lao Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Samsung presented 1300 sets of learning materials worth 12,000usd to the Laos Ministry of foreign Affairs
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Jeju Air to Expand Flights to Laos and Vietnam
Jeju Air Co., the Republic of Korea’s biggest low-cost carrier will expand flights to Laos and Vietnam in April after three years of their suspension due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Lao, Thai Red Cross Societies Extend Partnership in Humanitarian Aid
The aim of this strengthened partnership is to make the Lao Red Cross more effective and better able to provide humanitarian services to the people of Laos, through collaboration between provincial branches of the Red Cross and the Red Cross Organization as a whole.
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Laos Must Address Rising Inflation in 2023
The Lao economy has been seriously impacted by rising inflation and the deterioration of the national currency, the kip. These problems have been caused by longstanding structural vulnerabilities, and can only be corrected by medium- to long-term reform efforts.
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Kakao Mobility to Enter Laos This Year
Kakao Mobility will establish a mobility platform in Laos and a service suited for the Laotian market this year with Vietnamese mobility firm LVMC Holdings.
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IFAD and The Lao Government Commit to Improving Nutrition in Rural Areas
The International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) and the Lao Government has committed to improving nutrition in rural areas with US$85.29 million pledged for the effort.
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Laos Approves Regulated Production of Cannabis for Medical Use
Laos has approved the production and distribution of hemp or Cannabis Sativa L
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After 3-year Hiatus, The Lao Elephant Festival is to be Held in February
After 3-year Hiatus, The Lao Elephant Festival is to be Held in February
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5th Thai-Lao Friendship Bridge Connecting Bueng Kan with Bolikhamsai to Open in 2024
5th Thai-Lao Friendship Bridge connecting Bueng Kan with Bolikhamsai to open in 2024
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Three Ministers Replaced in Cabinet Reshuffle
The National Assembly (NA)’s Standing Committee on Monday approved the replacement of three ministers in the latest cabinet reshuffle, following a proposal made by the Prime Minister.
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