Laos Introduces New System to Regulate Foreign Workers
Laos’ Ministry of Labour and Social Welfare will apply a new system to issue visas for illegal foreign workers and renew the work permits of legal foreign workers.
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Exploring the Tranquil Beauty of Nong Khiew: A Boat Journey Along the Nam Ou River
A boat trip on the tranquil waters of the Nam Ou River is something you should definitely include on your itinerary if you’re ever lucky enough to find yourself in Nong Khiew, located in Ngoi district, Luang Prabang province.
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New Cross-Border Service Added Amid Surge in Laos-China Travel
Two more international passenger trains have been added to the Laos-China Railway service, connecting Xishuangbanna in China and Luang Prabang, Laos.
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Joint Press Release: Launch of the Cross-border QR Payment Linkage Between Thailand and the Lao PDR
from 3 April 2024, users from Lao PDR will be able to use mobile banking applications of participating commercial banks to scan Thai PromptPay QR Code displayed by merchants in Thailand.
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Re-entry Fee Waived for Workers Over Songkran
Migrant workers from Cambodia, Laos, and Myanmar can return home to celebrate Songkran from April 1 to May 15 without having to pay a re-entry fee
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Why Gordon Ramsay’s Favorite Food Destination In The World Is Laos
When asked about some of the locations with the best food in the world, Ramsay was quick to describe a trip to Laos’ countryside. “The food was just off the charts”
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Unesco Gives World Heritage Status to Lao Naga Weaving Motif
Unesco has presented Laos’ Ministry of Information, Culture and Tourism with a certificate designating the traditional naga weaving motif as a form of intangible cultural world heritage
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Lao Airlines Announces New Vientiane-Phnom Penh Flight
Lao Airlines will start operating flights between Vientiane and Phnom Penh in Cambodia.
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Endangered Moon Bear Cubs Rescued from Laos Village After Two Years
The bear cubs had been raised by a villager since their birth, according to the official, who asked to remain anonymous for security reasons.
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Houaphanh Expects to Attract Over 40,000 Tourists
Houaphanh province is expected to attract tourists of more than 47,000 this year.
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Luang Prabang Bee Larvae: Viral Snack Sparks Debate
A food blogger shared her experience while demonstrating the preparation of the dish and her reaction after tasting it.
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Can Luang Prabang Strike a Balance Between Tourism and Tradition?
Tourists inject much-needed money into Laos’ shaky economy but present locals with a dilemma…
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New Exhibition Offers Indigenous Australian Culture to Laos
The exhibition is a pop-up digital experience based on the part of the National Museum of Australia’s internationally acclaimed exhibition “Songlines: Tracking the Seven Sisters”.
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Laos’ Inflation Rate Rises Slightly In January
The highest price rise in January was recorded in the hotel and restaurant category, which stood at 35.98 per cent year-on-year.
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Laos Named One of the World’s Best Destinations for Aussies to Visit
The Australian media outlet news.com.au has named Laos one of the best places for Australians to be digital nomads.
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Better Future in Store for Laos’ Elephants
The government, together with Lao and international organizations, is very concerned about the conservation of wildlife in Laos, including elephants
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VietJet to Start Direct Flights from Vientiane to Ho Chi Minh City
VietJetAir will start direct flights between Vientiane and Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam on February 2024
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Lao Food Festival 2024 to Take Place this January
Lao Food Festival entitled ‘Tasting Lao food visit Laos year 2024’…
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Lao Telecom Launches 5G Service
Lao Telecom has launched its 5G service with a special 5G Data Package to serve Lao Telecom’s customers
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Kapok Blossom Festival a Top Tourist Draw in Bokeo
The 21st Kapok Flower Festival will be staged in Bokeo province, on a grander scale than in previous years with 2024 being Visit Laos Year.
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Luang Prabang Ranked Among World’s Most Beautiful Places
Luang Prabang, Laos, has been named one of the world’s 50 most beautiful places by Times Travel India.
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Govt. Announces Public Holidays for 2024
The government has announced the dates of six public holidays this year, with extra days added if a public holiday falls on a weekend,
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Xayaboury Gears Up for Massive Elephant Celebration
Various events will take place on each day of the festival and visitors can also visit local villages including those that are home to several groups
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Vientiane Sustainable Urban Transport Project: Introduces E-Pedicabs
The Vientiane Sustainable Urban Transport Project features a non-motorized component that is designed to help lower air and noise pollution levels in the capital.
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7- Eleven Launches 3rd Branch in Vientiane
A well-known convenience store chain 7-Eleven launched the Dongdok branch, the third of its kind in the Lao PDR
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Lao Weaving Joins UNESCO’s Intangible Heritage List
UNESCO has designated the Naga motif as a form of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
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First Café Amazon Concept Bar Opens in Vientiane
A first Cafe Amazon Concept Store in Laos is now open.
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Tourist Train Service From Beijing to Vientiane Begins
The China-Laos Railway on Monday started a cross-border tourist train service from the Chinese capital Beijing to Lao capital Vientiane.
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That Luang Festival to Showcase Ancient Lao Traditions
The annual That Luang festival, featuring a colourful display of rituals and ancient customs, will take place in Vientiane from Nov 23-27.
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Laos Tourism Soars with 285% Surge in 2023
The first nine months of this year have seen an astonishing influx of more than 2.4 million foreign tourists, a 285% increase compared to the same period last year.
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Laos To Raise Value-Added Tax To Boost Revenue
The Lao Ministry of Finance has pointed to several factors in favor of raising the VAT rate.
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Vientiane: An Impressive Cultural and Historical Capital
Vientiane Capital has a numerous interesting places to visit that are historical, architectural and of religious interest.
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Major Alert In Country As Dengue Cases Exceed 30,000 In Laos
So far, the dengue fever virus has caused 17 deaths in Laos.
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Vientiane Serves Up Exciting New Attraction
Vientiane authorities have improved services, built new visitor facilities, and added more adventurous activities at Nam Pien Yorla Pa.
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Discover the Fascinating History and Legends of Nongkhamsaen Temple
Nongkhamsaen temple is drawing an increasing number of visitors, who are hoping that their visit will bring them good luck.
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Heritage Line Debuts Upper Mekong Voyage on the New ‘Anouvong’
Heritage Line’s newest river cruise boat, Anouvong, is now sailing the upper Mekong River in Laos.
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Lao Airlines Resumes Flights to Changsha, China from Luang Prabang
Lao Airlines now resume their flights going to Changsha in China from Luang Prabang, Laos.
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The Luang Prabang Boat Racing Event of 2023 is Ready to Display an Impressive Spectacle
The Luang Prabang boat racing event will happen September 5-14, 2023 and the authorities promised a grander and more colorful celebration.
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Must-Do Highlights of Luang Prabang
These are some of the highlights you shouldn’t miss when you go to Laos, former capital Luang Prabang.
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A Retired Man in His 70s Finds Purpose in Creating Wooden Baskets
One man, has found happiness in his retirement by using the bamboo crafting skills he learned from his parents when he was young.
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Laos-China Cross-border Train Journey Now One Hour Shorter
The Laos-China cross-border train service have a shorter travel time.
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Changing Perceptions In Laos Toward China – Analysis
Take a deeper look at this analysis on how it is changing perceptions in Laos towards China.
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AirAsia Resumes Flights Between Vientiane and Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
AirAsia is resuming its flight from Laos to Malaysia with big discount rates.
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Laos’ National Day for Wildlife Conservation Shows its Dedication to Animals
The government designated July 13 as National Day for Wildlife and Aquatic Animal Conservation…
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Laos’ Energy Market: Current Trends and Future Outlook
The Lao government has set ambitious targets for renewable energy development…
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Spiky Creatures Lurking Inside Temple at Night Discovered as New Species in Muang Fuang, Laos
A new species of Leaf-toed Gecko have been found inside a temple of Muang Fuang, Laos.
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Laos: The World’s Most Bombed Country May Still Suffer From These Wounds After a Hundred Years
A very small percentage of the estimated UXO has been cleared yet, probably less than 5%. The UXO risks can continue beyond 100 years.
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That Dam: A Mysterious Landmark in the Heart of the City
This mysterious tower is said to enshrine a dormant seven-headed serpent that once protected Vientiane from destruction.
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Meuang Feuang Dubbed as the “Guilin of Laos”
Meuang Feuang is blessed with beautiful scenery full of natural charm and is considered to be a popular tourist destination nowadays.
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Experiencing Diarrhea? — A Guideline for Your Safety
A growing numbers of patients in Laos hospitals today experience diarrhea, here are some guidelines to keep you safe.
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86,000-Year-Old Human Bone Found in Laos Cave Hints at ‘Failed Population’ from Prehistory
Homo sapiens arrived in Southeast Asia as early as 86,000 years ago, a human shin bone fragment found deep within a cave in Laos reveals.
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Malaysia To Schedule Direct Flights From Vientiane to Kuala Lumpur
Direct flights will run from Vientiane to Kuala Lumpur is starting this year, with three flights a week.
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Laos: Hidden Gem of Southeast Asia, Shines Bright with Food, Culture, and Arts
Though Laos is a small country with about 7.5 million people, more and more people are starting to recognize its food, culture and Arts.
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Scientists Discover 380 New Species in Lower Mekong
Hundreds of scientists from across the globe discovered 175 new species in 2021 and 205 in 2022 in Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, Thailand, and Vietnam, according to the report.
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Yunnan Eager to Welcome Tourists this Summer
Yunnan province eyes Laos locals and Expats to travel after Chinese government has fully reopened its borders to foreign travelers.
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Lao Wedding: A Celebration of Tradition and Elegance
Lao Wedding is all about rituals and celebration to connect two families.
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Lao Airlines Resumes Flights to Changsha China
Lao Airlines resume flights to Changsa, China.
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The Legend of Lao New Year
Learn the legend behind the fun and momentous celebration of Lao New Year.
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Saravan Waterfalls Offer New Visitor Attractions
Saravan province entices visitors to see there newly renovated attraction.
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J&C Insurance Brokers Awarded Broker of the Year 2022
Rewarded as ‘Broker of the Year 2022’, J&C Insurance Brokers has been recognized for its industry-leading efforts to foster change and for its outstanding performance in 2022.
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Starbucks Expands Laos Network with Second Vientiane Store
Starbucks Laos opens its second store.
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How to Get Rid of Mosquitoes Inside the House: 7 Ways for a Mosquito-free Home
There are certain steps you need to take if you are wondering how to control mosquitoes at home.
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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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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 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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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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Lao Airlines to Resume Flights to Danang This Month
Lao Airlines is set to bring back flight going to Danang.
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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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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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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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New Art Museum in Laos to Open in 2024
A new Art Museum is set to open next year.
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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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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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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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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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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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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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How To Register A Business: Laos Goes Online To Ease Start-Up Process
The steps needed to register a new business have now been posted online to ease business start-up, which will save time and simplify the process.
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J&C Group Welcoming The Year 2023 With a Newly Appointed Partner
We are thrilled to have Mr. Fabrice Decico as our new partner in our J&C Group as we continue to
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Covid-19 Insurance Now Mandatory For Foreign Workers In Laos
A new regulation issued by the Ministry of Public Security sees all foreign workers entering Laos required to purchase Covid-19 insurance.
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Inflation In Laos Soars To Its Highest Rate At 39.27% In December
In December 2022, Laos set a new record for the highest inflation rate of the year
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Laos Sets Economic Growth Target Of 4.5% For 2023
Despite the global economic downturn, the National Assembly of Laos has set an economic growth target of at least 4.5% for 2023
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Laos Allows Entry Of Travellers Without Covid-19 ATK Test
The issuing of the notification was attributed to many reasons, such as the unfolding situation of Covid-19 in Laos and neighbouring countries, as well as globally
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Laos’ Inflation To Fall Sharply In 2023: ADB
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has forecast that the inflation in the Lao People’s Democratic Republic (Lao PDR) will average 23% in 2022 before falling to 10% in 2023
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Govt Struggles To Regulate Currency Exchange Rates
The continuing depreciation of the kip is creating a major roadblock in the government’s efforts to rein in inflation
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That Luang Festival Honours Vientiane’s Grand Stupa
People come from all over Laos and from other countries to attend the annual That Luang festival in Vientiane and pay homage to the That Luang, also known as the Grand Stupa, with Buddhists hoping to attend the event at least once in their lifetime.
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Are Laos’ New Railways A Solution To Its Lack Of Trade With The West?
Transport costs are not the only problem facing the country, but reducing them could help spur progress in other areas.
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Money Exchange Units Banned From Selling Foreign Currency
Under the new policy, money changers will be allowed to buy foreign currencies from customers but are forbidden to sell currencies other than kip
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ADB Projects Steady Recovery For Lao Economy In 2023
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) believes the Lao economy will see a gradual recovery next year, supported by new investment and higher renewable energy and mining output.
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Lao Central Bank Places New Banknotes In Circulation
The new banknotes can be used alongside the old 2003 notes, which will remain in circulation and can be used as normal.
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Handsfree Only: New Penalties For Using A Mobile Phone While Driving In Thailand
Those caught using their mobile phones without a hands-free set-up are subject to a fine from 400 to 1,000 baht
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Going Electric? Choosing An Electric Motorbike Or Scooter
A series of articles on things to consider when choosing an EV, what models are available and where.
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New Drug To Be Used To Treat Alcoholic Hepatitis
Specialists from Laos, Thailand and Malaysia brainstormed ideas on actions for the better management of viral hepatitis through the use of metadoxine.
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Laos Put On Edge By Two Recent Brutal Killings Of Chinese Nationals
Authorities said the killings were likely related to business dealings gone sour
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Weak Kip Harming Lao Economy
The currency devaluation is having a damaging effect on the Lao economy, driving up the price of products and creating more hardship for the poor.
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Some 700 Malaysians Trapped In Laos After Answering Casino Job Ads
Some 700 Malaysians are reportedly being held captive in Bokeo province, Laos and have been abused by the resort managers who are allegedly demanding a large ransom for their release
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Thailand Fully Reopens From 1st October
Vaccination proof/ATK test result no longer needed, while period of stay in the kingdom is extended to 45 days for tourists entitled to visa exemption and to 30 days for Visa on Arrival.
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Slower Growth Projected For Lao Economy: World Bank
Economic performance in Laos could be compromised by slowing global demand, rising debt, and a reliance on short-term economic fixes to cushion against food and fuel price increases
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Economic Recovery In Laos Delayed Due To Rising Prices, Supply Disruptions: ADB
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has lowered its 2022 economic growth outlook for Laos to 2.5 percent from 3.4 percent projected in April and to 3.5 percent from 3.7 percent for 2023.
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Luang Prabang Film Festival Returns in December
The UNESCO World Heritage town of Luang Prabang, Laos, will once again host filmmakers, film industry professionals, and fans of Southeast Asian cinema at this annual event.
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Rail Operator To Provide Overnight Parking At Vientiane Station
The Laos-China Railway Company Limited has announced that it will provide overnight parking and toilet facilities at the station in Vientiane.
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Innovation Through Collaboration
DiscoverLaos and J&C Group have recently formed a new strategic partnership
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Major Thai Agencies Predicting Repeat of Bangkok’s “2011 Great Flood” – City Will Disappear Altogether By 2100 Unless Govt Acts
Some of the direst warnings in more than a decade have been issued from two major Thai sources regarding severe flooding this year in Bangkok, the Thai capital.
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Fitch Plans To Withdraw Ratings Of Laos
Fitch Ratings plans to withdraw the ratings on Laos in approximately 30 days from the date of this commentary for commercial reasons.
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Dreamy Rooftop Restaurants In Bangkok With Epic Views
See the best rooftop restaurants in Bangkok offering delicious food, immaculate vibes, and breathtaking views over Thailand’s capital.
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Lao Commerce Ministry Registers Rise In New Businesses
Retail and wholesale outlets together with car and motorbike repair businesses accounted for 29.4 percent of all new business registrations in the first six months of 2022.
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Vientiane City At High Risk Of Widespread Dengue Outbreak
On August 7, the Centre of Information and Education for Health, under the Ministry of Health, reported that 15,661 people had contracted dengue fever so far this year and 16 people are known to have died from the virus.
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Inflation In Laos Rises To 25.6 Pct In July
The higher prices of fuel and consumer goods and the continuing depreciation of the Lao currency kip are among the main factors driving the inflation.
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The HIV Response Is In Danger, The Promise Of Ending AIDS Is Under Threat
The human cost of a stalled HIV response is chilling. Globally, more than 1.5 million people became infected with HIV last year. That’s 4,000 people every day, more than a quarter of them young people aged 15-24.
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Association: Fuel Supply Will Be Normalised In The Near Future
The government is holding talks with the Lao Fuel and Gas Association over the possibility of importing another shipment of fuel, as it is expected that current stocks will be depleted by the end of this month,
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Laos Among Countries With Highest Inflation In SE Asia
Laos has one of the highest inflation rates in the region, with the price rise recorded 23.6 percent year-on-year in June, according to ADB
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Govt Pledges To Stabilise Macro Economy
The government pledged to ensure sufficient fuel is available by pursuing market-based mechanisms, saying this would minimise damage to the economy and small-scale commercial production.
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Soaring Prices Put Squeeze On Low-Wage Earners
The year-on-year inflation rate hit 23.6 percent, the highest figure ever recorded since May 2000.
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Why China Can’t Let Laos Default
Laos faces intensifying economic and financial crises and there is likely no way out without some form of a Chinese bailout or debt forgiveness.
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Inflation Hits 22-Year High Of 23.6 Percent
The inflation rate in Laos hit 23.6 percent year-on-year in June, the highest figure ever recorded since May 2000 as surging prices of energy and consumer goods continue to deepen hardship and create new pains for the Lao public.
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PM: Embezzlement, Lax Management Key To Losses By State Enterprises
Embezzlement by executives and staff, combined with poor management, are the main reasons for the chronic losses suffered by state enterprises, the Prime Minister has told the National Assembly (NA).
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Thailand Pass, Covid Insurance To End July 1
Thailand Pass registration and compulsory Covid-19 insurance will be lifted for all people arriving in Thailand from July 1
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Govt Eyes 4.4 Percent GDP Growth Despite Economic Woes
The Lao government will aim for Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth of at least 4.4 percent over the last six months of this year
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Gang Arrested Over Kidnap & Murder
Police have arrested 13 people including a woman on charges of killing two men and burying them in waste ground in Mai village, Sikhottabong district, Vientiane, in March.
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Central Bank Tightens Monetary Policy
The move is aimed at reducing the amount of money in circulation and curbing the spiralling inflation rate, which was recorded at 9.9 percent in April.
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Thailand’s Personal Data Protection Law Comes Into Force On June 1
The law will provide assurance to members of the public that their personal data will be protected and will not be used by unauthorised people.
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Laos To Benefit As Pfizer Slashes Drug Prices For Poorest Nations
Pfizer Inc plans to sell its entire portfolio of brand-name drugs at cost in as many as 45 lower-income countries, including Cambodia and Laos, one of the most comprehensive and ambitious drug-access programmes ever announced by a large pharmaceutical manufacturer.
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Leaving Laos For Good ? How To Plan A Move Abroad
Planning a move abroad is a significant undertaking that requires a great deal of thoughtful consideration.
We have prepared a checklist to help you get organised.
Thailand Pass Remains in Place
Foreigners are still required to download Thailand Pass prior to entering Thailand
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Armed Robbers Attack Woman In Sikhottabong, Vientiane
The use of guns to commit crimes in Vientiane is becoming increasingly common, with most incidents occurring at night.
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The Architectural Curiosities Of Thakhaek
Much of the architecture in Thakhaek’s old town can be traced to French construction in the early 20th century.
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Thai Visa: How To Apply For Multiple-Entry 6-Months Tourist Visa (May 2022)
Foreigners working & living in Laos are allowed only 2 journeys to Thailand per year through any international land boundary checkpoint to Thailand. On the third entry a visa is needed.
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Train Tickets Available In Advance At Luang Prabang Ticket Unit
Tickets for the Laos-China Railway can now be booked four to seven days prior to the departure date at the Luang Prabang ticket service unit.
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J&C Insurance Brokers Awarded Top Selling Agent 2021
Named as ‘Top Selling Agent’, J&C Insurance Brokers was recognized for their exceptional performance in 2021 – by Lanexang Assurance!
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Laos Announces Full Reopening Starting May 9
The government has announced that all international border crossings will reopen, so that Lao and foreign nationals, well as stateless people, can enter and exit Laos freely.
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Road Tax 2022 Must Be Paid By The End Of June
Payment of the tax is obligatory and people who make late payments or fail to pay at all will be fined.
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Thailand Drops PCR Test On Arrival, No SHA Hotel, ATK Test ‘Optional’
Thailand’s Centre for Covid-19 Situation Administration has just announced major changes to the county’s Test & Go program, part of the broader Thailand Pass.
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Broker of the Year 2021 – J&C Insurance Brokers Awarded
J&C Insurance Brokers is an award-winning and leading independent insurance specialist in Laos offering customer-tailored solutions.
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LoudChat: Laos Launch First Communication App
LoudChat, Laos’ first communication app was launched last week by the Ministry of Technology and Communications and Sirichalernxay Sole Co., Ltd.
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Happy Lao New Year 2022! Sokdee Pi Mai Lao 2565!
The entire J&C Group team wishes you abundance and joyous moments this Pi Mai 2565.
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Laos Issues Tax Obligations for Non-Resident E-commerce and Digital Platform Providers, Joins Other ASEAN Markets
Under the new rules, non-resident e-commerce and digital platform providers must register for a tax identification number (TIN) via an online portal to file and pay their taxes. Further, they must register and pay value-added tax (VAT) if their annual revenue meets a certain threshold.
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Inflation Jumps To Record High
The year-on-year inflation rate in Laos surged 8.5 percent in March, even more than expected, and rose to the highest figure recorded since January 2016.
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Lao Govt Mulls Full Reopening For Foreign Tourists
The government is mulling full reopening of the country to foreign tourists after piloting the first phase of partial reopening for targeted groups of visitors.
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Updated Measures For Entering Thailand Announced, Starting April 1st
Travelers are no longer required to provide a negative RT-PCR test within 72 hours of departure. However, the RT-PCR test requirement for the on-arrival date remains unchanged.
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Laos’ Health Ministry To Roll Out Second Round Of Covid-19 Booster Shots
Fourth Covid-19 vaccinations will be offered to frontline workers, people with immunodeficiency or chronic disease, and people over the age of 60.
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Longer Lao New Year Holiday Announced, State Offices Banned From Celebrating
The Prime Minister’s Office on March 23 issued a notice announcing the new year holiday.
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Education Ministry Stops Face-To-Tace Classes In Primary Schools
The Ministry of Education and Sports has ordered an end to face-to-face classes at state and private pre-schools and Grades 1-4 of primary schools in areas that have reported more Covid cases.
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Labour Ministry To Set Up Worker Database
A Labour Registration and Data Platform will be set up in Vientiane for the compilation of information concerning both Lao and foreign nationals working in Laos.
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Inflation Jumps To Six-Year High Of 7.3 Percent
The year-on-year inflation rate jumped to 7.3 percent in February, the highest figure recorded in Laos since January 2016.
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Rail Operator Opens Ticket Office In Luang Prabang
Laos-China Railway Company Limited opened a ticket office in Luang Prabang city on Thursday, giving rail passengers an option to queueing for tickets at the station.
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Lao Govt Launches Online Visa Application Portal As Covid Curbs Eased
The Lao government has launched an online visa application portal to ease entry procedures for foreign nationals and Lao nationals living overseas.
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Inflation Rate In Laos Hits Highest Point In 2 Years
The year-on-year inflation rate in Laos jumped to 6.25 percent in January, the highest figure recorded since January 2020.
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Thailand To Relax Rules For International Arrivals From March 1 Despite COVID Surge
Thailand is set to relax rules for international arrivals from March 1st despite the continual surge in COVID-19 infections in the country.
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Laos Has Second Highest Inflation Rate In Asean
Laos is suffering from one of the highest inflation rates in the region, raising concerns as the population suffers from financial hardship
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Laos To Raise Monthly Minimum Wage To $134
Policymakers in Laos are studying a proposal to rise the country’s minimum wage as inflation and an increasing cost of living bites particularly low-earners
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Police Issue List Of Items Banned On Trains
The Railway Police Department of the Ministry of Public Security has issued a list of items that passengers are banned from taking into stations and on trains, as part of overall security measures.
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Congratulations To The J&C Lucky Draw Winners !
At the end of last year, we were proud to make some people happy under their masks by providing them
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BOL Issues Licences For Cryptocurrency Exchange Platforms
The Bank of the Lao PDR (BOL) has issued licences authorising two companies to trade in cryptocurrencies, namely Lao Digital Assets Exchange (LDX) and Bitqik.
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J&C Group Celebrates Successful Year By Awarding Team Members
It was another incredible year for our J&C Group with lots of challenges and achievements!
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Public Works Ministry Sets Water Rates For 2022
Water suppliers will set different rates according to the volume used by a household
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Commerce Ministry Encourages Copyright Registration
Source: Vientiane Times All commodities produced in Laos will have copyright protection under the Property Law after it has been
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VAT Reduced To 7% Under Amendments To Lao Tax Laws
The applicable VAT rate on importing goods and supply of goods and general services will be reduced from 10% to 7% from January 1, 2022
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More Trains To Run Over New Year Weekend
The Laos-China Railway Company Limited is laying on more train journeys over the New Year holiday from December 30-January 3.
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Thai-Lao Bridge In Nong Khai Remains Closed Over Omicron Fears
A plan to reopen an international bridge linking Thailand and Laos in Nong Khai has been deferred indefinitely as the Thai government tightens measures to curb the spread of the fast-growing Omicron variant.
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Why Laos Thinks This Serpent God Deserves UNESCO Status
Topping temples, slithering on weavings. Nagas are a cultural treasure in this Southeast Asian country.
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Govt To Open Doors To Visitors From 17 Countries
Travel destinations will be limited because of the difficulties involved in opening up the whole of the country while Covid control measures are in place.
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PM’s Office Approves Resumption Of Tourism On January 1
The Prime Minister’s Office on Wednesday officially set January 1 as the start of the resumption of tourism in Laos and approved an action plan on the designation of green travel zones where tourists will be protected against Covid-19.
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Lao Economy Expected To Grow 4.2 Percent Next Year
The Lao economy is projected to grow by 4.2 percent in 2022, driven by commercial production for exports and opportunities and benefits arising from the Laos-China Railway.
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Govt Appoints Committee To Prepare For Return Of Tourists
The committee will formulate procedures to facilitate the return of tourists and their travel within Laos, including immigration regulations and the electronic tracking of visitors following their arrival.
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Lao Govt Approves Green Tourism Plan With A View To Reopening Specific Areas To Tourists Next Month
Under the scheme, Lao and foreign visitors who wish to travel to green tourism zones must have had two doses of a Covid vaccine less than 14 days prior to travel.
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Laos Tightens Border Controls In Response To Omicron
Lao authorities have ordered stricter controls at borders with neighbouring countries after the first case of the Omicron variant of Covid-19 was confirmed in Thailand on Monday
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Domestic Rail Services To Begin On December 4
To begin with, tickets will be on sale at railway stations but will not be available online, and travel will be limited to destinations within Laos because of the ongoing Covid-19 outbreak
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Govt In Need Of Massive Financial Support
The government will require 18.7 trillion kip (US$1.8 billion) to address the projected fiscal deficit and repay domestic and overseas loans by the end of this year
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Thailand To Open Nong Khai Land Border With Laos
Travellers will be allowed to enter by land (at Nong Khai’s border checkpoint, starting 24 December, 2021), air and sea provided that they meet the vaccination and testing requirements.
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UN Resolution To Upgrade Laos From LDC
The United Nations General Assembly has adopted a resolution to upgrade Laos from the least developed country category (LDC)
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64.5 Percent Of Adults Now Vaccinated Against Covid
A total of 64.5 percent of adults in Laos have now been vaccinated against Covid-19
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Railway Inauguration Planned For December 3, Passenger Transport Date Not Yet Decided
Inauguration of the 426-km Laos-China railway and the start of freight transport are scheduled for December 3, but a precise date for the start of passenger services has not been yet decided
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Lucky Draw by J&C Insurance Brokers
We are very pleased to announce the winners of our Lucky Draw!
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Health Ministry Issues Guidelines On Self-Isolation At Home
Health authorities are advising people with Covid-19 who have mild or no symptoms to self-isolate at home instead of going to a hospital
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Thailand Now Reopens (Incl. For Laos)! Summary of Thailand Pass and Guidelines Upon Arrival Explained
Under the new traveling rules, travelers are now categorized into three groups.
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Govt Extends Covid Controls But Keen To Open Schools, Factories
The government has in general extended Covid-19 control measures for another 15 days but has lifted some restrictions in order to ease the economic impacts, such as the reopening of more schools and factories.
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Expand Your Business To The EU !
Lao PDR now has great new potential to grow exports to the EU with many products!
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Award ‘Leading Insurance Broker Laos 2021’ By The International Business Magazine
International Business Magazine has acknowledged the price competitiveness and the outstanding & professional services provided by J&C Insurance Brokers to its clients in Laos
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“AutoMarche” Largest Online Marketplace Debut In Laos
‘AutoMarche.com.la’ is the largest online marketplace in Laos, connecting used car “buyers” and “sellers”.
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Govt Targets Errant Motorists With Tough New Fines
The government has strengthened the traffic regulations by imposing heavy fines for violators, with fines for drunk driving now ranging from 150,000 to 1,500,000 kip depending on the type of vehicle.
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What Does The Data Tell Us About Electricity Pricing In Laos?
Many Lao people feel they deserve lower prices because the country has built dozens of electricity-generating plants over the years. EDL officials, however, maintain that electricity is already cheap and that people should use it more economically.
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Laos Targets 1 Percent Electric Vehicle Use By 2025
Laos is promoting the use of clean energy in the transport sector as part of measures to translate the government’s policy into an action plan until 2025, a strategy for 2030, and a vision for 2050.
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Laos Enlists Japan Startup For Study On Digital Currency
Laos will explore issuing its own digital currency with support from a Japanese financial technology startup that was involved in a similar effort by Cambodia
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Laos Extends Covid-19 Measures Till October 15
The Lao government has extended measures to counter the Covid-19 outbreak for another 15 days until October 15 as infections have continued to rise.
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City Authorities Impose Travel Restrictions As Lockdown Tightens
Police and security authorities are placing strict controls on travel and many roads in the capital are now blocked off following new restrictions imposed as a result of the latest lockdown.
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Vientiane City Under Lockdown As Covid Cases Surge
Authorities have ordered a full lockdown of Vientiane following new clusters of locally-transmitted cases of Covid in several factories.
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Changes in Client Service due to COVID-19: Notice to Our Clients
Based on the the latest rules issued by the Prime Minister and to help minimize the spread of the virus, we are implementing more components of our Business Continuity Plan to assist in the containment of the coronavirus and help protect us all.
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Multiple-Entry Visas Offered To People Of Lao Descent Living Abroad
The government has promulgated a new regulation that offers multiple-entry visas with longer stays for people of Lao origin those who hold another crtizenship and are residents in other countries.
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Covid Rule-Breakers Subject To Multimillion Kip Fines
Vientiane authorities will issue fines up to 10 million kip to entities who infringe the measures put in place to keep Covid-19 in check.
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Opening Of New Office Building At J&C Group
Just after only 3 months of construction, the J&C Group teams were able to move into modern and bright offices. The new office building are designed to accommodate the various companies operating under the J&C Group umbrella.
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Economic Fallout From Covid Deepens: World Bank Survey
he economic fallout in Laos over the second quarter of this year as employment fell off sharply and households and businesses suffered declining income and revenue
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J&C Insurance Brokers Recognized At Insurance Asia Awards 2021 As Broker Of The Year – Laos
Insurance Asia honours the most exceptional companies putting out solutions and delivering outstanding value to its stakeholders as it awarded over 100 insurance companies from 24 countries at the sixth Insurance Asia Awards.
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Kasemrad International Hospital Opens In Vientiane
The new Kasemrad International Hospital Vientiane (KIH Vientiane), now the largest private hospital in Laos, has opened to provide comprehensive medical services to patients around the clock
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Solidarity Canteen Fills Empty Stomachs In Luang Prabang
Last week, the organisation celebrated the provision of its 30,000th meal, a true milestone in its service to impoverished households around the town.
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Luang Prabang Film Festival Devotes 2021 To Supporting, Celebrating Lao Filmmakers
The Luang Prabang Film Festival (LPFF) announced on Friday that it will dedicate its activities in 2021 exclusively to its annual Lao Filmmakers Fund and a celebration of the Lao film industry.
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