Lao Government Boosts Flood Relief And Recovery Efforts

Lao authorities are helping people affected by recent floods in many provinces. On 3 August, Vice President Pany Yathotou visited a flooded village in Xieng Khouang Province, where 34 houses were damaged and one person died. She gave supplies and urged local leaders to repair roads, homes, and schools, and move people living near rivers [...]

Storm Wipha Triggers Flooding In Laos

Days of heavy rain and Storm Wipha have caused flash floods and rising rivers in many provinces of Laos, including Luang Prabang, Huaphan, Xiengkhouang, Xayabouly, Khammuan, and Vientiane. In Luang Prabang, Xiengngeun, Nan, and Pakxaeng districts are badly hit. Eighteen villages in Xiengngeun are flooded, and emergency teams are assisting people in relocating to safe [...]

Long Tieng: A Village Surrounded by Bombs

Long Tieng, a quiet village in central Laos, was once a secret U.S. military base during the Cold War. From 1960 to 1975, the CIA operated there with Hmong fighters and secret pilots to fight communist forces. The village’s airstrip, once one of the world’s busiest, is now used by children and farmers. Visitors can [...]

Poverty Challenges Persist In Laos Despite Progress

Poverty in Laos remains a serious issue in 2025, even though some progress has been made. About 17% of families still live below the poverty line, struggling to meet basic needs. High prices for food, medicine, and everyday essentials make life more difficult, especially for people in rural areas. Many families try to cope by [...]

Tackling Gender Inequality In Laos

Gender inequality is still a big issue in Laos. Many women and girls face challenges in education, work, and leadership. Fewer girls complete their education, and women often earn less money than men and are more likely to work in low-paid or informal jobs. While women make up nearly one-third of parliament, only about 22% [...]

Laos Faces Criticism Over Ongoing Human Rights Failures

The United Nations reviewed Laos’ human rights record and found little improvement since five years ago. Laos received 271 recommendations from other countries, mostly repeating past concerns. Countries urged Laos to investigate attacks and disappearances of critics, protect freedoms like speech and assembly, and follow international human rights rules. Despite this, the government continues to [...]

Flash Floods Hit Southern Laos After Storm Wutip

Tropical storm Wutip has caused heavy rain and flash floods in 54 villages in Khongxedon district, Saravan province, Laos, starting from June 13. The floods have damaged houses, farmland, schools, and roads, making travel difficult. Luckily, no injuries or deaths have been reported so far. Authorities are helping to move people, animals, and vehicles to [...]

Dengue Prevention Urged As Cases Rise In Laos

Lao authorities are urging the public and all sectors to remain vigilant in preventing the spread of dengue fever, especially during the rainy season, which creates ideal breeding conditions for mosquitoes. As of June 4, 2025, the Lao Ministry of Health reported 1,370 dengue cases nationwide, with no fatalities so far. The highest number of [...]

Christian Persecution In Communist Laos

Christians in Laos are brutally persecuted, particularly in rural settings where the government collaborates with Buddhist monks to suppress religious minorities. Christianity is considered a threat by the Communist regime, tending to target converts from ethnic minorities. In 2023, 79 Christian families in Khammouane Province were driven out and forced to abandon their religion. Permission [...]

Growing Human Trafficking Crisis In Laos

In 2024, Laos recorded 46 human trafficking cases, leading to the arrest of 95 suspects, including 43 foreign nationals, and the victimization of 85 people, 40 of them girls under 18. These figures were shared during a meeting of the National Anti-trafficking Committee, chaired by Deputy Prime Minister and Public Security Minister General Vilay Lakhamfong. [...]

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