September 30, 2016
- Officials learn about accurate health reporting
Some 50 health officials from nine central and southern provinces met in Vientiane to learn about improving reporting using District Health Information Software 2 (DHIS 2). More >>>
- China anticipates stronger cooperation with Laos
China looks forward to continuing to promote and strengthen mutually beneficial cooperation with Laos after achievements in several fields since the establishment of diplomatic relations. More >>>
- Police hunt for foreign theft gang
Vientiane police are trying to trace the four foreign nationals who made off with some US$ 35,000 which had just been placed inside a car in the front of a bank in Nongbone village, Xaysettha district, Vientiane on Wednesday. More >>>
- Workshop mulls links between biodiversity conventions
Representatives from line ministries and government departments with links to biodiversity are attending a workshop in Vientiane to learn about synergies among the biodiversity conventions and assess financing for the implementation of National Biodiversity Strategies and Action Plans. More >>>

September 29, 2016
- CSD extends free studies for disadvantaged youth
The Centre for Skills Development (CSD) in Vientiane confirmed it will continue its policy of offering free scholarships to poor young people to develop their labour skills, its director said. . More >>>
- WHO, ministries provide free shots on World Rabies Day
The Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry in cooperation with the Ministry of Health and the World Health Organisation yesterday vaccinated pets against rabies to mark World Rabies Day, which falls on September 28.
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- Vientiane police call for public fire vigilance
Vientiane Fire Prevention and Protection Police Department is warning the public to be vigilant after three rooms of an apartment block in Dongdok village, Xaythany district were gutted on Tuesday night.
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September 28, 2016
- Laos, Vietnam open Saiphouluang Road photo exhibition
The Ministry of National Defence in cooperation with the Vietnamese Embassy in Laos on Monday officially launched an exhibition of photos depicting the history of the Ho Chi Minh Trail (Saiphouluang Road). More >>>
- Lao, Japanese medics review progress in gastrointestinal treatment
The number of gastrointestinal problems identified at Mahosot Hospital increased significantly this year as a result of better testing and diagnosis, according to experts in the field. More >>>
- Four die, several injured in Champassak crashes
Several accidents occurred at the same spot in Namva village, Phonthong district, Champassak province on Monday night, killing four people instantly and injuring several others. More >>>
- Schoolchildren have it all figured out in maths contest
The Department of Education and Sports in cooperation with the Smart Math Centre on Sunday organised the second Vientiane Smart Math Competition to give children the chance to share and build their experiences in mathematics. More >>>

September 27 , 2016
- Vientiane Rescue passes on prized award to the people of Laos
Vientiane Rescue 1623, under the Foundation for Assisting Poor People of the Lao PDR, presented the Ramon Magsaysay Award 2016 to the Lao people, after receiving the award in Manila, the Philippines, last month.
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- Students to get right skills by combining theory, practice
A leading global supplier of technology and services, Bosch, has launched the programme “Makers of Tomorrow”, an innovative approach to practical education, createdand implemented in partnership with the Faculty of Engineering, National University of Laos (NUOL). . . More >>>
- Police net amphetamine haul in Bokeo road block
The Bokeo Drug Prevention and Control Department last week seized 200,000 amphetamine pills being transported by pick-up truck and detained the driver. . . More >>>
- University awards top honours to outstanding graduates
The National University of Laos (NUOL) has awarded certificates of honour to 34 students out of the total 5,969 who graduated this academic year, the 16th batch of graduates from the university. . . More >>>

September 26, 2016
- Hadxaifong families get compensation for property lost to Mekong embankment
The government is spending more than 4.2 billion kip (US$528,670) in compensation payouts to 97 families in Hadxaifong district who will lose land or property when an embankment is built along the Mekong River to prevent flooding. More >>>
- Association extends support for children with disabilities
Aid Children with Disability Association (ACDA) on Friday handed over school supplies to children with disabilities at Saphanthong-neua Secondary School in Sisattanak district, Vientiane, as part of its ongoing support for disabled children.More >>>
- DHL staff boost stocks at blood transfusion centre
The National Blood Transfusion Centre is struggling to collect and provide enough blood for use by hospitals throughout the country.
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- Successful Laos, Singapore student programme wraps up
Lao students have benefitted from the Temasek Foundation Specialists' Community Action and Leadership Exchange Programme (TF SCALE) which wrapped up in Vientiane last week. More >>>

September 23 , 2016
- Network ramps up action against wildlife crime
The Lao Wildlife Enforcement Network (Lao-Wen) is meeting in Vientiane province from September 21-23 to discuss a new strategy and rules to facilitate stakeholders' participation in combating wildlife crime.
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- Wind turbine projects yet to spin
While feasibility studies have indentified sufficient wind speeds in several parts of the country wind turbines have yet to be erected. . More >>>
- Vientiane authorities launch stricter inspections of vehicle number plates
Vientiane authorities will start stricter inspections of vehicle number plates, as there continues to be an issue with fake or duplicated numbers. . More >>>
- Journalists deepen knowledge of women's rights
The National Commission for the Advancement of Women (NCAW) and the Lao Journalists' Association on Wednesday held a training course on women's rights issues in Laos. .More >>>

September 22, 2016
- Vientiane Rescue prepares for boat racing festival
Over 20 volunteers from Vientiane Rescue 1623 are performing drills to assist anyone in the water in preparation for this year's boat racing festival in the capital next month. More >>>
- Better budgeting needed in health sector
Laos will need stronger financial management planning and budgeting in the health sector if it is to provide free healthcare for people in target provinces. More >>>
- Xayaboury refuses entry to motorcycle groups
Caravans for bicycles and motorbikes are now prohibited from entry at all border checkpoints between Laos and Thailand in Xayaboury province. More >>>
- Ethnic Culture Park boat racing underway
The Inpeng Ethnic Culture Park traditional boat racing festival is underway near the Lao-Thai Friendship Bridge from September 19-25 with the finals set for this weekend. More >>>