Lao PDR

A Milwaukee mother was deported to Laos after years of living in the U.S., leaving her family behind. She expressed...

The Catholic Church in Laos welcomes a new leader as the Apostolic Vicar of Vientiane has been consecrated. This appointment...

As the global food and economic crisis deepens, the Lao People's Democratic Republic faces significant challenges to its food system...

The Lao Front for National Development has partnered with UNICEF to launch a nationwide HPV vaccination campaign. This initiative aims...

UNICEF Lao (PDR) has released its Humanitarian Situation Report No. 1 following Super Typhoon Yagi, dated 16 September 2024. The...

At the recent National Forum, UNICEF emphasized the urgent need for enhanced financing to address nutrition challenges in Lao PDR....

In the February 2025 Country Brief, WFP Lao PDR highlights ongoing efforts to combat food insecurity amidst economic challenges. The...

In Lao PDR, the IFAD initiative is transforming agriculture into a powerful tool for improving nutrition. By empowering local farmers...

The World Food Programme (WFP) continues to monitor the flooding situation in Lao PDR, as of September 20, 2024. Urgent...

Lao PDR marked World Children's Day with a focus on youth climate action, highlighting the vital role of children in...

In a significant diplomatic engagement, the Secretary-General of ASEAN met with Lao PDR's Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign...

Siphandone, a stunning aquatic landscape in Lao PDR, is under consideration as the country's third Ramsar site. Recognized for its...

Over the past decade, UNICEF has documented significant strides in the global reduction of corporal punishment. Advocacy and policy reforms...

The European Union has unveiled a €45 million Global Gateway assistance package for Laos, aimed at enhancing sustainable development and...

At the Second Human Capital Summit, Lao PDR committed to prioritizing nutrition as a crucial factor for national development. In...

The Xekaman cross-border hydropower projects in Lao PDR, backed by the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank, promise to bolster regional energy...

A recent country visit to Lao PDR marked a significant step in the SAEMAS dissemination under the ASEAN-Japan Energy Efficiency...

Laos stands at a pivotal moment to harness its vast hydropower resources and position itself as the "Battery of Southeast...

UNICEF Lao PDR has unveiled its Climate Strategy for 2024-2026, aimed at addressing the impacts of climate change on vulnerable...

The World Food Programme (WFP) Lao PDR Country Brief for November 2024 highlights ongoing efforts to combat food insecurity and...