The governments of Laos and India have agreed to strengthen cooperation in areas of strong potential, not only in trade and investment, but also in education, health, culture, agriculture and forestry …
New railway from China boosts tourism in Laos’ ancient capital
LUANG PRABANG, Laos — In the scenic ancient capital of Luang Prabang, tucked away in the northern part of Laos, the local tourism industry is seeing a significant upswing thanks to an influx of …
Fears grow that dam in Laos could harm World Heritage site
LUANG PRABANG, Laos — Landlocked Laos doesn’t have the famous beaches of its neighbors to attract tourists, but instead relies on the pristine beauty of its mountains and rivers and historical sites …
A tranquil sanctuary
When it’s time to disconnect from the real world and escape from the concrete jungle that is Bangkok, Luang Prabang in Laos is always my first choice.
‘Destroyed the peace’: Historic Laos town grapples with tourism boom
As dawn broke over Luang Prabang, saffron-robed monks trod the streets receiving alms — but a cacophonous influx of camera-clutching tourists shattered the peace of the ancient Laotian town.
ADB commits record climate finance of almost US$10 billion in 2023; Laos to receive assistance in achieving its carbon neutrality aims
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) committed a record amount of climate finance in 2023 to help its developing member countries in Asia and the Pacific cut greenhouse gas emissions and adapt to the …
2 Cebu properties win awards in Laos
TWO Cebu-based hospitality properties won big during this year’s Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) Tourism Awards, particularly in the Asean meetin …
Singapore can help Laos realise its potential, says minister, as the two nations mark 50 years of ties
VIENTIANE: Laos has enormous economic potential despite its fiscal difficulties and will thrive if the right infrastructure and policy frameworks are in place, said Singapore’s Foreign Minister …
China Strengthens Hold on Struggling Neighbor
China’s support for Laos has increased as the Southeast Asian country tumbles into a crisis that is in part due to Chinese debt repayments.
Fears grow that dam across Mekong River in Laos could harm World Heritage site of Luang Prabang
Landlocked Laos doesn’t have the famous beaches of its neighbors to attract tourists, but instead relies on the pristine beauty of its mountains and rivers and …