(August 25, 2026) Lao PDR has established the 217,400-hectare Nam Mouane–Phou Chomvoy National Park in Bolikhamxay Province, strengthening protection of one of the Annamite Mountains’ most important remaining forest landscapes and creating an important transboundary conservation corridor with Viet Nam. Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandon designated the National Park through Decree No. 262 dated 7 August 2026. The designation strengthens the legal status for conserving forests, wildlife,...

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