Media Reform Push: President Thongloun Sisoulith urged Lao media to be accurate, credible and innovative, stressing faster verified reporting and unity against misinformation as the First National Media Conference sets priorities through 2030. National Media Conference: Senior Party leaders opened the conference to review progress under the Politburo’s media resolution and the Media Law, highlighting digital transformation and stronger professional training for journalists. Digital Transformation in Laos: Officials said Laos’ media sector is expanding via multimedia and online platforms, supported by legal frameworks on cybersecurity and cybercrime, with institutions moving toward integrated digital operations. Land Subsidence Probe (Savannakhet): Laos is investigating a Nong Kadeng village subsidence in Vilabouli District; preliminary views point to natural limestone-related causes, but a detailed geophysical survey will verify and authorities will publish updates. Land Acquisition Legal Ruling: Laos’ Supreme Court-linked coverage highlights a principle that landowners who fail to use a hearing opportunity cannot later claim denial—an important reminder for property disputes. UXO Risk in Southern Laos: A family in Paksong District continues living with unexploded ordnance beneath their home as clearance teams conduct regular detonation operations. Health Cooperation (Northern Laos): Australia’s ambassador visited Oudomxay, Luang Namtha and Luang Prabang, backing Lao-Australia work including Wolbachia mosquito releases to fight dengue. Border Development Focus: Prime Minister Lê Minh Hưng urged Lao Cai to turn border trade, industry and tourism advantages into growth drivers, pushing logistics and investment to meet double-digit targets.