Green Primary Health Care: Laos held a Vientiane dissemination meeting for the Green Primary Health Care Project’s five-year plan and 2026 action plan, with the ADB and target provinces (Oudomxay, Luang Prabang, Xieng Khouang, Savannakhet, Champasak) aligning on budgets, safeguards, and delivery steps. Public Health Data: Laos recorded 4,371 dengue cases nationwide, underscoring ongoing mosquito-borne risk. Disease & Outbreak Response: Xayaboury detected African Swine Fever and suspended pork sales and consumption to curb spread. Health Policy & Social Protection: Laos’ Cabinet approved draft laws including health insurance and social security, with instructions to consider merging them into one package. Health System Financing: Laos tightened foreign borrowing rules via Bank of Laos approval requirements, aiming to protect the kip and reduce debt and exchange-rate pressure. Youth & Health Access: Lao Youth Union and UNFPA marked International Youth Day 2026, focusing on youth needs like quality education, decent work, and good health. Regional Health Cooperation: The Lancang-Mekong Media Dialogue highlighted joint reporting on shared issues including public health and cross-border tourism.