ASEAN Medical Devices Push: Malaysia has been proposed as the coordinating entry point for ASEAN’s single submission model for pre-market approval of medical devices, with Laos among the countries backing phased rollout to reduce duplicate paperwork while keeping national registration authority. Disaster Response Tech in Laos: China-Laos “Peace Train-2026” is underway in Vientiane, using drones, robot dogs, and unmanned vehicles for casualty search, evacuation, and supply delivery, with a focus on faster response and psychological intervention. Livestock Health Alert (ASF Suspected): Laos authorities in Vientiane’s Sangthong district are urging monitoring after an entire pig herd died in Phialat Village; African swine fever is suspected, and officials note similar outbreaks elsewhere with culling to limit spread. Cross-Border Care: A Lao patient sought treatment in Yunnan, China, after local care couldn’t resolve bile duct stones and liver issues, highlighting growing patient flow to border hospitals. Elephant Welfare Program: Vantara and Mandalao Elephant Conservation launched a Laos initiative to expand veterinary services and rapid response for the country’s declining wild elephants. Regional Health Capacity Building: Fifty senior nursing leaders from 27 countries, including Laos, are taking part in an international public health policy and management programme in India.