Laos puts youth at the centre of UXO awareness efforts
Laos is increasing efforts to involve young people in tackling unexploded ordnance (UXO), placing youth at the center of awareness and long-term risk reduction.
International UXO/Mine Awareness Day marked in Vientiane
VIENTIANE: An event to mark International UXO/Mine Awareness Day took place in Vientiane on Wednesday (April 1), bringing together government officials, international partners and young people to highlight the urgent need for continued action on unexploded ordnance (UXO) in Laos.
Ground broken on US$6.7 million Danang–Xekong Friendship Hospital in Laos
VIENTIANE: Construction of the Danang-Xekong Friendship Hospital in Thataeng district, Xekong province, has officially begun following a ground-breaking ceremony held on Wednesday (April 1).
Laos reports over 16,000 fire hotspots amid rising air pollution
VIENTIANE: The Lao Department of Forestry under the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment reported 16,395 fire hotspots nationwide in the first three months of 2026, raising concerns over worsening air quality and health risks posed by transboundary haze, as pollution across the country rise to harmful levels.
Fuel crisis drives up Lao inflation to 9.7%
VIENTIANE: Inflation in Laos rose to 9.7 per cent in March, driven by the ongoing global oil crisis that has sharply increased fuel costs and pushed up living expenses nationwide.
Laos promotes mine awareness with focus on youth participation
VIENTIANE: Laos observed the International Day for Mine Awareness and Assistance in Mine Action, highlighting the role of youth and global partnerships in efforts to address unexploded ordnance.
Laos seeks to raise workforce skills to global standards
VIENTIANE: Efforts to raise Lao workers' skills to international standards are gaining pace through an International Labour Organisation-China programme to support growth and ease labour shortages.
Lao state corporation earns US$41.7 million profit in 2025, charts course for 2026
VIENTIANE: The Lao Holding State Enterprise (LHSE) reported strong financial and operational performance in 2025, posting US$64.92 million in revenue and US$41.7 million in profit, while also approving its 2026 plan of work at an annual review meeting held on Wednesday (April 1).
Lancang-Mekong cooperation brings safe drinking water to Lao village
VIENTIANE: At 7am, before the morning mist had lifted, villagers of Hatkeep village in northern Laos' Luang Prabang province carried buckets to the local water supply station. As they turned on the taps, clear water gushed out. The buckets were glittering with light, reflecting the villagers' contented smiles
Laos boosts economic inclusion for women, people with disabilities
VIENTIANE: Laos has launched a project to empower women and persons with disabilities through the development of One District One Product, improved packaging design and expanded access to e-commerce.
