Weather & Flood Readiness: Laos’ weather bureau warns of widespread rain from Thursday to Sunday as a tropical storm approaches, with risks of flash floods, landslides and urban flooding. Aquaculture & Biodiversity: Laos plans to release 72 million fish fingerlings nationwide on July 13 to restore freshwater resources and support sustainable fisheries. EV Push in Laos: New data shows Chinese EV exports are surging, while Cambodia and Laos record their highest monthly EV imports as governments roll out tax incentives, charging expansion and local assembly partnerships. AI Infrastructure for Industry: Comin Asia and Nokia are partnering to deploy AI-ready, sovereign data centre infrastructure across Southeast Asia, with Laos flagged for surplus power and growing cross-border connectivity. Green Tourism Spotlight: Tham Non–Tham Nang Fa in Vangvieng is highlighted as a conservation-led eco-tourism model, balancing visitor access with environmental protection and community development. Mekong Water Security: The Mekong River Commission and India sign a new MoU to strengthen water security, climate resilience and clean energy technology cooperation, relevant to Laos’ basin management. Industry Policy Update: Laos’ Industry and Commerce Ministry reviews H1 performance and sets H2 priorities, including boosting domestic production, reforming state firms, modernizing trade and supporting SMEs.