MRC forum tackles hydropower dam proposed by Laos
The Mekong River Commission, member countries and relevant partners yesterday discussed procedures for a technical review of Laos’ planned Luang Prabang hydropower project.
— Khmer Times

Laos promotes environmentally-friendly hydro projects
“The government is highly encouraged to promote environmentally-friendly and sustainable hydropower projects,” Deputy Minister of Natural Resource and Environment, Ms Bounkham Vorachit, said on November 5.
— ANN/Vientiane Times

Mekong River Commission Says Dams Are Causing of Sharp Shifts in Water Levels
The Mekong River Commission Tuesday acknowledged that climate change played a role in this year’s widely varying water levels on the Mekong, but said that dam construction was the main culprit in sharp water level increases and decreases, emphasizing a need for data-sharing between countries.
— RFA

Pha That Luang, a grand stupa and national symbol of Laos
The stupa is one of the most well-known attractions in Vientiane and a sight that visitors should not miss.
— ANN/Vientiane Times

Vientiane looks to boost use of Lao-made products, enhance consumer protection
These issues were discussed at a meeting held on Saturday at the Vientiane Industry and Commerce Department and the meeting was presided over by the Vice Mayor of Vientiane, Dr Athsaphangthong Siphandone.
— ANN/Vientiane Times

Oudomxay string bags a hit with Japanese buyers
The bags are made from a jungle vine called kheuapiad and have proved particularly popular with Japanese buyers following changes in design that provided more choices.
— ANN/Vientiane Times

Laos to Experience Early Cold Snap, Rain
A cold snap is set to hit most of Laos this week as the result of a high-pressure system over the northern and central parts of the country.
— The Laotian Times

Laos to Regulate Imports to Promote Domestic Production
Laos plans to regulate imports of consumer goods, in a move to promote domestic production while curbing rising exchange rates.
— The Laotian Times

‘Kiran Bedi Lao, Delhi Police Bachao’: Delhi Cops Raise Slogans Outside HQ; Puducherry LG Gets Emotional
Hours after Delhi Police personnel protesting outside the Police Headquarters remembered one of their most beloved officers with loud chants of “Kiran Bedi lao, Delhi Police bachao”, the Puducherry
— Swarajya Mag 

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