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Lao, Thai Textile Traditions Meet in Dress at Bangkok Exhibition

A gown combining Thai silk and Lao fabric brought two neighbouring countries' textile traditions together at an international fashion exhibition in Bangkok in October. Titled Lao-Thai Solidarity, the dress featured traditional Lao weaving patterns alongside Thai silk, with each material making up half of the design. Lao designer Khamphao Bouaphanh, founder...

Heavy Rainfall Blamed for Rare Earth Reservoir Breach in Houaphanh

Heavy rainfall caused a reservoir used by a rare earth mining company to breach...

Laos, Russian Region of Tatarstan Discuss New Trade Opportunities

Russia’s Republic of Tatarstan wants to expand trade and investment with Laos, with the...

Khammouane Gives Thakhek a New Look With Tourism Upgrades

Khammouane is investing in new cultural landmarks, restoring colonial-era buildings, and upgrading urban infrastructure...

Luang Namtha Finds 184 People Allegedly Involved in USD 1 Million Corruption Cases

Authorities in Luang Namtha have identified 184 people involved in two corruption cases that...

Star Fintech Celebrates Two Years of U-Money Service

On December 9, 2020, at the Hall of Star Telecom Co., Ltd, a ceremony was held to celebrate the 2 Years Anniversary of the...

Authorities Tighten Covid Prevention Measures for Bokeo Province

Authorities have tightened Covid-19 prevention measures in Bokeo province, while Ton Pheung District has remained in lockdown since last week. According to a notice issued...

Local Man Hailed as Hero for Giving CPR to Accident Victim

A local man is being hailed as a hero after giving CPR to an unconscious woman following a traffic accident in Vientiane yesterday. The accident occurred...

Laos At Risk of Second Wave of Covid-19

The National Taskforce Committee for Covid-19 Prevention and Control has said that Laos is at risk of a second wave of Covid-19 as neighboring...

Endemic Lao Langur is Now Closer to Extinction, WWF Calls for More Robust Conservation Efforts

The Lao Langur, an endemic leaf monkey found only in a small area of Laos, is now listed as endangered in the IUCN Red...

Vang Vieng Expressway will Officially Open on 20 December

Authorities have confirmed that the Vientiane to Vang Vieng Expressway will be officially open for use on 20 December. According to a notice issued by...