Last Updated: January 08, 2025

Welcome to LaoWis (or LaoIWRM-EBA)! These Terms of Use ("Terms") govern your access to and use of our website and services. By accessing or using the website, you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our website. We may update or modify these Terms at any time without prior notice. Any changes will be reflected on this page, and by continuing to use the website after such changes are made, you agree to be bound by the updated Terms. Therefore, it is important that you review these Terms periodically.

By using LaoWis (or LaoIWRM-EBA), you agree to these Terms of Use, the Privacy Policy, and any other policies or guidelines that may be provided. If you do not agree with these terms, please refrain from accessing or using our website. To use this website, you must be at least 18 years of age. By using this site, you represent and warrant that you are at least 18 years old and have the legal authority to accept and comply with these Terms.

You agree to use LaoWis (or LaoIWRM-EBA) solely for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You agree not to violate any applicable local, national, or international law or regulation, infringe on the intellectual property rights of others, engage in any activity that could damage, disable, overburden, or impair the functionality of the website, attempt to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the website, other accounts, or computer systems connected to LaoWis (or LaoIWRM-EBA), upload or transmit any malicious code or harmful files such as viruses, malware, or worms, or engage in data mining, scraping, or similar data extraction methods.

All content on LaoWis (or LaoIWRM-EBA), including but not limited to text, images, graphics, logos, videos, data, and software, is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. The content is owned by the IWRM-EBA Project, its affiliates, or its licensors. You may view, download, and print materials from LaoWis (or LaoIWRM-EBA) solely for personal, non-commercial use. However, you may not copy, reproduce, distribute, modify, display, or create derivative works from any content without prior written permission from the IWRM-EBA Project.

If you submit any content (such as comments, reviews, suggestions, or other materials) to LaoWis (or LaoIWRM-EBA), you grant the IWRM-EBA Project a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free, and irrevocable license to use, copy, modify, distribute, or otherwise exploit the content in any medium or format, whether now known or later developed, without further notice or compensation to you. You agree not to submit content that violates the rights of any third party (including intellectual property rights), is defamatory, offensive, or discriminatory, or contains harmful or malicious content, including viruses or malware.

LaoWis (or LaoIWRM-EBA) may contain links to third-party websites or resources. These links are provided for your convenience, and we do not control or endorse the content of such external sites. You acknowledge and agree that the IWRM-EBA Project is not responsible for the availability or accuracy of third-party websites and shall not be liable for any loss or damage incurred as a result of using those sites.

Your use of LaoWis (or LaoIWRM-EBA) is governed by our Privacy Policy, which outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal information. By using this website, you consent to the collection and use of your data as described in the Privacy Policy. We may use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience on LaoWis (or LaoIWRM-EBA). By using our website, you agree to our use of cookies in accordance with our Cookie Policy.

To the fullest extent permitted by law, the IWRM-EBA Project shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, special, or punitive damages, or any loss of profits, data, or goodwill, arising from or related to your use or inability to use the website or its content. In no event shall the total liability of the IWRM-EBA Project exceed the amount you have paid, if any, to access the website.

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the IWRM-EBA Project, its officers, employees, agents, and affiliates from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, and expenses (including legal fees) arising from your use of the website or your violation of these Terms. We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to LaoWis (or LaoIWRM-EBA) at our discretion, without notice, for any violation of these Terms. Upon termination, your right to use the website will cease, and you agree to immediately stop using the website.

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Laos, without regard to its conflict of law principles. Any disputes arising out of or in connection with these Terms shall be resolved in the competent courts located in Vientiane Capital, Laos. If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

The IWRM-EBA Project reserves the right to revise or update these Terms at any time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated Terms on this page with the date of the revision. It is your responsibility to review these Terms periodically for any changes. For any questions or concerns about these Terms of Use, or to reach out regarding any project details, please contact:

Phouphet Chittaphone
Database Management and Communication Officer
IWRM-EbA Project
Email: [email protected]