Story Archive
2020-07-31
The Mekong River Commission says early construction is allowed but “interesting.”
2020-07-29
The 34 in Laos are quickly arrested and sent home the next day after being checked for signs of infection.
2020-07-28
Provincial officials say that land suitable for farming is hard to find in the mountainous region where villagers have been sent.
2020-07-24
Lao citizens say they trust government’s quarantine protocols.
2020-07-22
NGOs demand transparency and accountability of Lao government and investors.
2020-07-16
Many had been assured their land would not be taken, but found their names on a list of affected landowners anyway.
2020-07-15
Workers spend 14 days in hastily converted stadiums and military facilities.
2020-07-13
Residents complain that Lao authorities are too soft on crimes committed by Chinese.
2020-07-10
A former education official says though that schools are free to enforce their rules however they like.
2020-07-09
Many worry that their homes will be unstable and will lack adequate water and electricity, though.
2020-07-07
Overtime will not be paid because of shortfalls in tax revenue amid business shutdowns due to coronavirus fears, officials say.
