Dengue Control in Laos (DDDiL/Wolbachia): Laos’ Driving Down Dengue in Laos (DDDiL) project has expanded into four new provinces in 2026, reaching over 1.5 million people in 2025 and reporting a 99% community acceptance rate in 2023, aiming to cut dengue’s spread and deaths. Regulation Crackdown on Clinics: Laos’ Ministry of Health ordered Dr. Nith Beauty Center to suspend medical services after inspections found injections and cosmetic procedures (including Botox) without authorization, warning unlicensed facilities to stop medical and surgical procedures until permits are approved. Women’s Health Support After Flooding: The Lao Women’s Union, UNFPA and Australia’s DFAT are distributing 1,400 dignity kits to flood-affected women and girls in Khammouane, Luang Namtha and Bolikhamxay, linking aid to sexual and reproductive health information and GBV referral services. UNICEF Country Programme (2027–2031): UNICEF’s Executive Board approved a new Lao PDR programme focused on the first 1,000 days, learning and skills, adolescent empowerment, and safe water/clean environments. ASEAN Smoke-Free Recognition: Laos helped lead an ASEAN Health Cluster initiative that supported local smoke-free enforcement, with awards recognizing strong policy implementation at the city level. ASEAN Medical Devices Push: ASEAN health ministers discussed readiness for a single-submission model for medical device approvals, with phased development and a coordinating entry point proposed for initial rollout.