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Public Calls for Thai PM’s Resignation After Leaked Call with Hun Sen Goes Viral

1 week ago | laotiantimes.com | Phontham Visapra |Beatrice Siviero

Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra is facing mounting public pressure to resign after a leaked phone conversation with Cambodian Senate President Hun Sen went viral on 18 June, sparking a political firestorm and intensifying scrutiny over her handling of the ongoing Thai-Cambodian border dispute. The audio, confirmed by Hun Sen as authentic, captured a 17-minute call on 15 June.
Nationwide Raid Nets 1.44 Million Illegal Tobacco Packs in 2024

Jan 31, 2025 | laotiantimes.com | Phontham Visapra

On 29 January, the Ministry of Industry and Commerce reported the seizure of over 1.44 million packs of counterfeit tobacco products in 2024. The confiscated items included smuggled cigarettes and products violating trademark laws. Additionally, more than 60,000 banned e-cigarettes were seized. These products violated multiple regulations, such as failing to display health warnings as required by the Ministry of Health, not labeling products in Lao, and evading proper customs procedures.
Over 4800 Lao Nationals Set to Face Deportation from the United States

Jan 30, 2025 | laotiantimes.com | Phontham Visapra

More than 4,000 Lao nationals are among the over 1.4 million individuals in the United States with final deportation orders but not currently detained, according to a November report by the United States’ Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). This data came to light following a nationwide immigration crackdown launched by President Donald Trump on 26 January, which resulted in the arrest of 956 people—the largest number since he returned to office.
Laos Steps Up Efforts to Eliminate Schistosomiasis by 2030

Jan 30, 2025 | laotiantimes.com | Phontham Visapra

The Lao Ministry of Health is ramping up efforts to wipe out schistosomiasis, a water-borne parasite that affects thousands of people living in riverside villages. At a meeting on 22 January, Phonepadith Shangxayyalath, Director of the Communicable Disease Control Department under the ministry, outlined the government’s plan to eliminate the disease by 2030. Schistosomiasis is a , both acute and chronic, caused by blood flukes of the Schistosoma genus.
APT. Song Hits Billiboard Hot 100, Wins Lao Fans

Jan 29, 2025 | laotiantimes.com | Phontham Visapra

Popular Korean singer Rosé has reached another milestone with her song APT. secured the third place on the latest Billboard Hot 100 ranking. The Billboard Hot 100, updated weekly, ranks songs based on digital and physical sales, online streaming, and radio airplay in the United States.
Laos, UNFPA Discuss Milestones in Country Program Meeting

Jan 28, 2025 | laotiantimes.com | Phontham Visapra

On 25 January, the Lao government and the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) held an annual review and planning meeting, sharing progress in the 3rd year of implementation of the 7th Country Program 2022-2026. Phonevanh Outhavong, Vice Minister of Planning and Investment, delivered opening remarks on behalf of the Lao government taking note of the tangible progress in 2024 and the 2025 priorities and interventions in the framework of the 7th Country Program for Laos for 2022 to 2026.
Chinese Men from Laos Rescued in Thailand After Ransom Kidnap

Jan 27, 2025 | laotiantimes.com | Phontham Visapra

Seven Chinese men were lured from Laos to Chanuman district, Amnat Charoen, Thailand, with false promises of high-paying jobs before being rescued by Thai authorities. Initial investigations revealed that soon after their arrival in Thailand, on 23 January, eight people forced the Chinese nationals into a car and forcibly took them to a resort in Phibun Mangsahan district, Ubon Ratchathani Province.
Vientiane-Pakse Bus Crash Leaves 1 Dead, 43 Injured

Jan 26, 2025 | laotiantimes.com | Phontham Visapra

A bus traveling from Vientiane to Pakse crashed into a tree on 26 January in Phudao Chengyai village, Lakonpheng district, Salavanh, resulting in 43 reported injuries and one fatality, according to Lao media. The accident occurred at around 5 am when the bus lost control, veered off the road, and collided with a tree. On Sunday morning, Lao state media reported that 29 passengers were foreigners, though their nationalities have not been confirmed.
Burns Night 2025 Brings Scottish Culture to Vientiane

Jan 24, 2025 | laotiantimes.com | Phontham Visapra

Burns Night 2025, an annual event organized by the British Business Group in Laos (BBGL) to celebrate the life and work of the famous Scottish poet Robert Burns, will take place on 1 February at the Holiday Inn and Suites in Vientiane Capital. The evening event includes traditional Scottish food like haggis, readings of Burns’ poems, Scottish songs, a bagpiper, dancing, and more.
Japan Funds Teacher Training Facilities in Nine Provinces of Laos

Jan 23, 2025 | laotiantimes.com | Phontham Visapra

Laos and Japan signed an agreement to provide grant aid aimed at enhancing Provincial Teacher Development Centers in Laos during a bilateral meeting held in Japan on 21 January. The fund, amounting to JYN 1.27 billion (USD 8.1 million) will focus on upgrading facilities and training equipment such as projectors and sound systems in nine provinces across Laos.