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The Photographer Who Speaks for Laos’ Forests

In the forests of Laos, observation comes before words for Souksamlan “Toun” Laladeth. That idea inspired the title of his debut visual anthology, Where the Forests Have No Words, officially launched on 5 October in Vientiane*.* "People call me a conservation and nature photographer. But really, I'm just a simple person,...

Deported to Laos, US Returnees Find Their Way in an Unfamiliar Home

The men behind a barbecue grill in Vientiane speak English more easily than Lao. Some...

Seven Lao Artists Are Taking Life Advice From Cats

Cats spend much of their day sleeping, stretching in the sun, at times hunting,...

Young Lao Footballers Win International Titles as World Cup Fever Grows

While the FIFA World Cup dominates football headlines, a Lao youth footballers has returned...

Teenage Gangs Spark Public Safety Concerns Across Vientiane

Recent police arrests have renewed public concern over rising youth violence and reckless motorcycle...

BCEL Opens E-Banking Network to Krungsri Customers

Banque pour le Commerce Exterieur Lao (BCEL) has signed an agreement with Krungsri Leasing Services granting use of its electronic banking services to customers...

Parfums Chocolats is the Chocolatier Vientiane Didn’t Know it Needed

By Jasmina There are two types of people walking the face of this Earth: the type that share their box of chocolates, and the type...

Wattay International Airport Upgrade Well Underway

The 50 year old domestic terminal at Wattay International Airport is to undergo major renovations that will help the airport cope with increasing passenger...

Lao Leaders Luxury Cars on Display, Awaiting Auction Next Week

Many Lao leaders have now forgone their expensive cars and luxury vehicles as part of a push for promotion of frugality.   Prime Minister Thongloun...

UN Report Outlines Invisible Burden of Women Market Vendors in Vientiane

A study on women market vendors in Vientiane has found that despite women representing the vast majority, their roles and contribution to the local...

Lao Dairy Farm Milking the Market in Vientiane Capital

Lao Dairy Farm has already become the leader of the fresh milk market in Laos, saying the quality of its Crysta brand milk is...