Laos

Forget Thailand and Vietnam: This is the Cheapest Country for Indian Travellers

Discover Laos, Southeast Asia’s budget-friendly paradise for Indian travellers. Explore Kuang Si Waterfalls, Luang Prabang, Vang Vieng, and more top attractions while enjoying adventure, culture, and nature in 2025.

Laos named the most affordable travel destination in Southeast Asia – Here’s what to expect

Laos has been crowned Southeast Asia’s most affordable travel destination for 2025. Discover cheap stays, low-cost attractions, and why tourism is booming in this budget-friendly gem.

Third batch of Indians rescued from scam centres to be airlifted from Myanmar by April 15

The external affairs ministry is working with Indian embassies in Myanmar and Thailand and the governments there to secure the release of around 2,000 Indian over the next few months

Modi to have bilateral meetings with PM of Lao PDR, other leaders in Vientiane: MEA

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has embarked on a two-day visit to Laos to participate in the 21st ASEAN-India Summit and the 19th East Asia Summit, scheduled on October 10-11 in Vientiane.

Indian Embassy in Laos rescues 47 Indians trapped in cyber-scam centers

The Embassy reported that this operation was carried out following a crackdown by Lao authorities on illegal activities in the SEZ, leading to 29 Indians being handed over to them. Additionally, 18 individuals approached the Embassy directly for assistance, it added.

Long Weekend | 36 hours in Luang Prabang, Laos

From Buddhist wats (temples) to French architecture, there's a lot to see in the world's most heavily-bombed nation, but a long weekend is good enough to explore its UNESCO World Heritage town of Luang Prabang.

Budget travel | Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos: Through the Southeast Asian triangle

This holiday season, it is a good idea to explore nearby countries such as Cambodia, Laos and Vietnam, which are often ignored but provide a rich smorgasbord of experiences. All three countries together can be done under Rs 3 lakh.

China and Laos open $6 billion high-speed rail link

China, which holds a 70% stake in the joint venture project signed in 2015, hopes the 1,000-km (621.37-mile) line will eventually expand through Thailand and Malaysia to Singapore.

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Moneycontrol brings to you select pictures that are making headlines across the globe.

PM Narendra Modi holds talks with counterparts from Malaysia, Laos

Razak is among 10 ASEAN leaders who participated at the India-ASEAN Commemorative summit yesterday and watched the Republic Day celebrations at Rajpath.

PM leaves today for Laos to attend ASEAN, East Asia Summits

"ASEAN is a key partner for our 'Act East' policy, which is vital for the economic development of our Northeastern region, he said in a statement ahead of his two-day visit that begins today.

Japan shares G7 push for inclusive growth with Asia, Africa

Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe is sharing a push by the Group of Seven advanced industrial nations to promote inclusive growth across the globe in meetings with leaders of seven developing countries

VP holds talks with Laotian leadership, 2 pacts signed

Hamid Ansari, who arrived here yesterday for a two-day visit, the first by an Indian Vice President to this country, held talks with his counterpart Bounnhang Vorachith at the presidential palace after which delegation-level parleys took place.

India, Pak among key illicit drug producing nations: Obama

In a notification to the Congress, Obama determined that Bolivia, Burma (Myanmar), and Venezuela "failed demonstrably" during the last twelve months to make sufficient or meaningful efforts to adhere to their obligations under international counter narcotic agreements.

It's crucial for India to become part of RCEP: Comm Secy

Commerce Secretary Rita Teaotia said three large pacts are being negotiated currently - Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) agreement, Trans Pacific Partnership (TPP) and Trans-Atlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (TTIP) -- and it's important for India to be part of at least one.

China, India to be largest shareholders of AIIB: Sources

China will likely take a 25-30 percent stake in the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) and India is likely to be the second-largest shareholder, delegates attending a meeting of the bank's founding members said on Friday.

Modi's China trip: Trade gap, mkt access on the table

During the Prime Minister's visit, India would also discuss ways to increase presence of domestic products, including automobiles and pharmaceuticals, in the Chinese market.

Kridhan Infra bags order worth Rs 100 cr in Laos

Kridhan Infra has bagged an order worth Rs 100 crore in Laos. Anil Agrawal, MD, Kridhan Infra joins in to discuss the order details.

Is this Asia's new manufacturing hub?

The GMS comprises Vietnam, Myanmar, Cambodia, Laos and Thailand as well two regions in China: the Yunnan province and the Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region. Rajiv Biswas of IHS Global Insight estimates the region's combined gross domestic product (GDP) at $1.1 trillion this year, larger than in Indonesia, Southeast Asia's most populous country.