Laos to open Vangvieng glass bridge to tourists in October
VIENTIANE: Vangvieng district in Vientiane province is set to offer yet another visitor attraction later this year with the construction of a glass bridge. The first in Laos, which provides breathtaking views of a scenic area in Huay Sangao village.
Laos-Australia partnership helps reduce school dropouts among vulnerable girls
VIENTIANE: Laos and Australia have reaffirmed their strong partnership in advancing foundational learning and supporting girls at risk of dropping out during the critical transition from primary to lower secondary education, during a visit to Luang Namtha province on July 8.
Laos moves to accelerate rural development, reduce poverty
VIENTIANE: The Lao government is working to promote rural development by creating stable livelihoods, expanding sustainable income opportunities, and improving rural infrastructure and public services as part of its efforts to reduce poverty
Lao government outlines measures to meet debt obligations, safeguard budget stability
VIENTIANE: The government has assured lawmakers that it has secured sufficient funding to meet foreign debt repayment obligations due in the second half of 2026, while continuing efforts to reduce public debt and maintain budget stability through tighter borrowing controls, stronger domestic revenue collection, and diversified financing sources.
Laos prioritises equal access to quality education nationwide
Laos' Ministry of Education and Sports will introduce a range of measures to improve the quality of education in rural and remote areas, aiming to ensure students have access to the same standard of education as those in urban centers.
Laotian National Assembly member flags urgent need for job creation
VIENTIANE: A National Assembly (NA) member has called on the government to formulate stronger macroeconomic policies alongside rural development measures to support job creation, especially in relation to occupations reserved specifically for Lao citizens.
Laos unveils measures to control inflation
VIENTIANE: The Bank of the Lao PDR (BOL) has outlined five priority measures aimed at curbing inflation and maintaining the average inflation rate below 7 per cent in 2026.
Laos records over 2.1 million foreign tourist arrivals in 1st five months 2026
VIENTIANE: Laos welcomed more than 2.1 million international visitors in the first five months of 2026, achieving 47 per cent of the annual target of 4.46 million arrivals and representing an eight per cent increase year-on-year.
Lao government targets 5.5 per cent economic growth
VIENTIANE: The government aims to lift economic growth to 5.5 per cent by the end of 2026, building on a growth rate of 5 per cent in the first half of the year.
Laos leads cluster munitions conference preparations
VIENTIANE: Laos strengthened its leadership in global disarmament by chairing the second preparatory meeting for the Third Review Conference of the Convention on Cluster Munitions ahead of the landmark gathering in Vientiane this September.
