Vang vieng: The programme focuses on modernising national systems related to food and alcohol safety to address recurring public health challenges, following serious incidents in Vang Vieng in 2024 that resulted in the deaths of six foreign tourists.
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Vientiane: The Inception Meeting, organized by the Department of Planning and Cooperation (DOPC) in Vientiane Capital, brought together approximately 30 participants from across key government ministries, research institutions, producer organizations,…
Champasak: During the meeting, the Champasak delegation proposed three strategic locations for large-scale tourism development, including the construction of a ‘floating basket’ or Golden Bridge-style attraction similar to the iconic bridge at Ba Na H…
Laos: the country is bracing for significant changes in its weather patterns during the 2026 rainy season due to El Niño conditions. Forecasted to occur between May and July, these conditions are expected to result in below-average rainfall and higher…
Vientiane: The two Prime Ministers expressed pleasure at holding their first official meeting together, continuing the long-standing tradition of close cooperation between Laos and Vietnam. Both sides reaffirmed the special solidarity, mutual trust, a…
Vientiane: The Livelihood Resilience in Rural Areas (LRRA) project, launched in late 2023 with a grant assistance of $1.4 million, focused on strengthening climate resilience and improving livelihoods in 48 remote villages across Luang Prabang Provinc…
