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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...

Lanexang United New Rising Stars of Football

Fresh from a maiden victory in the Lao Premier League, Lanexang United football club are on the verge of regional success after upsetting Thai...

Vehicle Sales in Laos to be made in Kip Only

Vehicle sales in Laos are to be made strictly in kip this year in a bid to promote the national currency, according to Governor...

Laos-Vietnam Oil Pipeline Project Expected to Go Ahead

The Laos-Vietnam oil pipeline project is an ambitious plan to import diesel and petrol fuels to Laos from Vietnam by way of a 306km...

New National Library of Laos Construction Complete

A handover ceremony for the newly constructed National Library of Laos was held on 29 December 2016 between the Ministry of Information, Culture and...

Top 10 Highest Traffic Lao Websites in Laos

The top 10 highest traffic Lao websites  may actually surprise you. Banking websites take top traffic dollar, with news sites and job portals close...

Laos Year In Review: Developments in 2016

The year 2016 saw Laos make remarkable progress in national protection and development despite global economic uncertainties. The highlights of the year were the Asean...