May 17, 2013
- Rocket tragedy fuels debate over safety measures
Officials are advising the organisers of rocket festivals in Vientiane to keep detailed records of the people who make each rocket and the materials from which it is constructed. More >>>
- Germany awards scholarships to Lao students
Three Lao scholarship recipients will soon pursue their studies in German universities after they were awarded stipends by the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD). More >>>
- Donations needed for new monks' school
Construction of a three-storey school for the study of Buddhism and general subjects at Vat Sokpaluang temple in Sisattanak district, Vientiane, is set to begin later this month .More >>>
- KIS students lend a hand at Vientiane primary schools
Some 50 Kiettisack International School (KIS) Year 9 students and their teachers recently visited a primary school in Thakhek village in Hadxaifong district, Vientiane, on a charitable mission as part of their business studies course. More >>>

May 16, 2013
- Innovation key to keep keeping Lao tourism on top
Laos' top travel trade experts from the public and private sectors gathered to discuss innovative ways to maintain the country's position as a new and sustainable tourist destination during the 9th Lanith Symposium, held on May 10. More >>>
- Xayaboury-Luang Prabang bridge link delayed
Construction of a bridge across the Mekong River linking the northern provinces of Xayaboury and Luang Prabang has been delayed for several reasons, an official in charge said. More >>>
- Korea helps out with wastewater management planning
Officials from Laos and the Republic of Korea discussed water and wastewater management at a meeting held in Vientiane yesterday.
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- Italy helps boost skills of neonatal nurses
ANT Italy (Friends of Trento Neonatology) with financial support from the ‘Regione Trentino Alto Aidge' in collaboration with East Meets West and the Mother and Child Health Hospital in Vientiane is organising the second national conference on the Improvement of Quality Neonatal Services in Laos. More >>>

May 15, 2013
- Almost 10,000 people killed in road accidents over 22 years
Almost 10,000 people have died in road accidents in Laos over the past 22 years, according to a government report this week. More >>>
- Discotheques again warned of closure
Vientiane authorities have given discotheque operators 15 days to strictly comply with the regulations or face closure, a senior official has said. More >>>
- Work begins on new That Luang Trade Centre
Construction of the US$58.6 million That Luang Trade Centre in That Luang Tay village, Xaysettha district, Vientiane, has finally begun after delays resulting from contract changes. More >>>
- JICA vice president visits Laos
The governments of Laos and Japan are strengthening cooperation to boost Laos' socio-economic development as well as making improvements in the health sector. More >>>

May 14, 2013
- Walk celebrates 150 years of Red Cross humanitarian action
Over 500 people turned out for a ‘health walk' at Chao Anouvong Park on Saturday, organised by the Lao Red Cross to celebrate150 years of humanitarian action by Red Cross organisations worldwide. More >>>
- Doctors hone skills to achieve MDG targets
Setthathirath Hospital, the University of Health Sciences and the Ministry of Health are working to improve paediatricians' skills, in a bid to achieve the Millennium Development Goals by 2015. More >>>
- Fair Trade sets out its stall at VIS
Vientiane International School celebrated Fair Trade Day on Saturday by holding a fair that featured stalls selling locally made handicrafts. More >>>
- Govt presents medals to Indian business operators
The Lao government has presented a labour medal to Mr Habib M. Chowdhury and a friendship medal to the HSMM Group for their development contributions to Laos. More >>>

May 13, 2013
- REDD workshop provides clearer picture of deforestation
A consultation workshop on the Reducing Emissions from Deforestation and Forest Degradation (REDD+) initiative was held in Vientiane recently to unveil the REDD+ country profile document, which was reviewed collectively. . More >>>
- Students win bronze medal in international design contest
Two students at the Eastern Star Bilingual School in Vientiane have won bronze medals in the 9th International Dreamline Design Olympiad, held recently in Turkey. . More >>>

May 10, 2013
- Handicap International, media discuss disability reporting
Handicap International yesterday invited the Lao media to discuss ways in which people with disabilities are reported and portrayed in the press. More >>>
- Xieng Khuang ethnic communities get local radio station
Nonghet district, Xieng Khuang province: The Ministry of Information, Culture and Tourism and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) yesterday launched a radio station here which will enable the local Hmong, Khmu and Phong communities to listen to programmes in their own languages. More >>>
- Champassak campaigns against dengue fever
Champassak Health Department officials have urged people from all walks of life to destroy potential mosquito breeding sites in order to prevent the spread of dengue fever. More >>>
- US helps Laos to improve road management
The United States is cooperating with Singapore and Laos to host a Lower Mekong Initiative (LMI) Road Management Workshop in Vientiane from May 6 to 10. More >>>

May 09, 2013
- Honda YES award invites applications from engineering students
The Honda Young Engineer and Scientist's Award (YES Award) is now open for students at the Faculty of Engineering, National University of Laos, to submit their applications from May 13-28. More >>>
- Blood donation drive celebrates 150 years of humanitarian action
Lao Red Cross and the National Blood Transfusion Centre are hoping to receive over 300 bags of blood from a blood donation drive held yesterday at Sikhottabong Secondary School in Vientiane. More >>>
- Doctors warn of eye infections in wet season
Experts at the Ophthalmology Centre in Vientiane are advising people to keep themselves and their homes clean to prevent the spread of conjunctivitis. More >>>
- US supports disease prevention for army personnel
Many peer educator trainers from the Lao People's Army in Xayaboury province attended a five-day workshop on HIV/AIDS prevention from April 29 - May 3, aiming to prevent infection among service personnel. More >>>

May 08, 2013
- Laos Red Cross holds blood donation drive
Lao Red Cross (LRC) is inviting members of the public to give blood donations and take part in a walk for health to celebrate World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day on May 8. More >>>
- Understanding of origins assists correct language use
Knowing the origins of language will help people in society to identify and use their national language correctly while also protecting it from outside influence by similar languages. More >>>
- Provincial students receive top accolades
Many provincial secondary school pupils won first prize at the National Secondary School Gifted Students Contest held in Vientiane recently, according to a recent report from education officials. More >>>
- Tourism industry needs to improve travel services
The Travel Training Centre in Vientiane is aiming to boost both the numbers and quality of tour guides in Laos, in response to the surge in tourist arrivals and the growing demand for their services. More >>>

May 07, 2013
- Book fair to increase educational development in Laos
The National University of Laos (NUOL) and Thammasat University of Thailand organised their 3rd annual book fair to increase cooperation between the two universities and promote technical and human development in Laos. More >>>
- US gives international border interdiction training to Lao customs
Practical training for Lao Customs officers in stopping contraband and detaining those who have broken the law began yesterday and will end on Friday at the Rashmi Hotel in Vientiane. More >>>
- EDF-Lao seeks funding to further improve education
The Education for Development Fund (EDF-Lao) is looking for further support and donations for its “Book to School” project which helps to provide educational opportunities for under- privileged children in southern Laos. More >>>
- Japan promotes scholarship to Lao students
In response to the increasing number of Lao students who are interested in studying in Japan, a seminar on student exchange was held on May 4 at the Faculty of Economics and Business Management, National University of Laos (NUOL). More >>>
- Laos, Britain strengthen health cooperation
The British Ambassador to Laos, Mr Philip Malone visited Mahosot Hospital on Friday, to learn about cooperation between Laos and the United Kingdom, particularly in the field of medical research. More >>>

May 06, 2013
- More resources to be put into water engineering institute
The Water Resources Engineering Department based in Tadthong village, Sikhottabong district will soon be upgraded to the Faculty of Water Resources, reflecting the importance of irrigation to the country's future development. More >>>
- Oxfam Novib provides additional funds for women's project
Oxfam Novib of the Netherlands last Friday provided US$140,000 to support the government project on gender equality, especially the women's advancement programme in Laos. More >>>
- More rains and storms forecast this year
Heavy rains and storms are expected to hit Laos this year and the rain may fall heavier than normal, so members of the public should be wary of potential floods and landslides, according to the Meteorology and Hydrology Department. More >>>
- Health officials mark International Day of the Midwife
The Ministry of Health (MOH) and the United Nations Population Fund, (UNFPA) held a celebration last Friday marking International Day of the Midwife, with this year's theme being ‘community midwives: everyday heroes.' More >>>