Story Archive
2019-03-28
Philip Alston says improvements in the lives of the poorest have not kept pace with economic growth.
2019-03-26
Most of the cases involved infrastructure development projects such as road construction and repairs throughout the country.
2019-03-26
As government funding runs out, food donations needed for 230 interned in Somsanga Support Center
2019-03-21
125 families must be relocated for the Nam Theun 1 dam, but they are demanding more money to vacate their land.
2019-03-20
Deputy PM says proper soil analyses would have revealed that the dam had a flawed design.
2019-03-19
Unsanitary clinics with unqualified doctors lead to patient deaths.
2019-03-18
Philip Alston asks why so many live in poverty when Laos’ economy is booming
2019-03-13
In ‘ghost projects,’ officials collected money but built nothing.
2019-03-08
The plan raises concerns among international lenders about adding to Laos’ already heavy debt burden
2019-03-07
The accident is the latest in a series of incidents in the country's troubled dam and hydropower sector.
2019-03-05
Though vegetables can be grown, not enough is left for the cultivation of rice, a staple food for families in the area.
2019-03-04
Development projects Vang Vieng tourism district meet resistance from local villagers.
2019-03-01
Many in remote areas eat only rice, though other food is readily available, Lao sources say.