Episode

Proposed Laos methanol charges criticised as too lenient

Podcast: ABC News Top Stories
Published: Jul 16, 2026
Duration seconds: 197
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Summary

A devastating methanol poisoning incident that killed two Aussie teenagers in Laos in 2024 is back in the spotlight, with the Laos government getting ready to lay charges against those allegedly responsible.