Thailand: Laotians arriving on new train connection
BANGKOK /VIENTIANE – The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) together with the State Railway of Thailand (SRT) hosted a welcome ceremony for the Laotian passengers arriving today by the full trial train from Vientiane to Bangkok. Passengers onboard the SRT’s … Continue reading Thailand: Laotians arriving on new train connection
LAO: ASEAN and Korea Strengthen Economic Ties
VIENTIANE – The Deputy Secretary-General of ASEAN for Economic Community, Satvinder Singh, attended the 40th SEOM-ROK Consultation in Vientiane, Lao PDR. The meeting focused on the implementation and potential upgrade of the ASEAN-Korea Free Trade Area (AKFTA), highlighting the ongoing … Continue reading LAO: ASEAN and Korea Strengthen Economic Ties
Advancing Sustainable Energy: 2nd ASEAN-EU Energy Dialogue
VIENTIANE – In a significant step towards sustainable energy collaboration, the 2nd ASEAN-EU Energy Dialogue convened from 24-28 June 2024 in Vientiane, Lao PDR, marking a pivotal moment for regional energy strategies. The dialogue, part of a long-standing partnership between … Continue reading Advancing Sustainable Energy: 2nd ASEAN-EU Energy Dialogue
30th Anniversary of the First Thai-Lao Friendship Bridge
BANGKOK – This week, Thailand, Laos, and Australia come together to celebrate a significant milestone: the 30th anniversary of the First Thai-Lao Friendship Bridge. This iconic bridge, spanning the Mekong River, has not only connected nations but also played a … Continue reading 30th Anniversary of the First Thai-Lao Friendship Bridge
ASEAN’s Call for a Myanmar-Owned Solution
VIENTIANE — The crisis in Myanmar, triggered by the military coup three years ago, continues to cast a shadow over the region. In a historic meeting of Southeast Asian foreign ministers held in Laos, the Association of Southeast Asian Nations … Continue reading ASEAN’s Call for a Myanmar-Owned Solution
Laos: Pioneering Eco and Adventure Tourism
VIENTIANE – In an era where sustainable travel is gaining momentum, Laos is setting a benchmark with its focus on eco and adventure tourism. This Southeast Asian nation is leveraging its lush landscapes, rich biodiversity, and vibrant culture to offer … Continue reading Laos: Pioneering Eco and Adventure Tourism
ATF PROMOTES SUSTAINABLE TOURISM IN ASEAN
VIENTIANE – The ASEAN Tourism Forum (ATF) 2024 was held from January 22 to 27 in Vientiane, the capital of Laos. The forum serves as a catalyst for sustainable growth and promotes collaboration and innovation. Here are some of the … Continue reading ATF PROMOTES SUSTAINABLE TOURISM IN ASEAN
24th ASEAN Lecture on Lao ASEAN Chairmanship
SINGAPORE/VIENTIANE – The ASEAN Studies Centre at the ISEAS-Yusof Ishak Institute in Singapore invites on Thursday, 7 December 2023 from 10.00 am – 11.00 am local time to the 24th ASEAN Lecture on the Lao People’s Democratic Republic’s ASEAN Chairmanship … Continue reading 24th ASEAN Lecture on Lao ASEAN Chairmanship
Low Mekong water levels of concern
Bangkok/Vientiane – The Mekong River has fallen to a “worrying level”, in part due to outflow restrictions from Chinese hydropower dams upstream, the Mekong River Commission (MRC) said on Friday, calling on Beijing to share all of its water data. … Continue reading Low Mekong water levels of concern
Bus crashed in Laos: 13 killed
Vientiane – A tour bus carrying dozens of Chinese passengers crashed in Laos, killing at least 13, officials said Tuesday. The bus was carrying 44 Chinese when it careened off a road between the Lao capital, Vientiane, and the northern … Continue reading Bus crashed in Laos: 13 killed