On 24 September, Vientiane authorities shut down the KM38 Dharma Practice Center in Sangsai village, Pakngum district, after its leader declared herself the reincarnation of Phra Sri Ariya Metrai, the Maitreya Buddha that Buddhist tradition says will one day appear on earth to succeed Gautama Buddha.
Under the 24 September...
The original Morning Market building in Vientiane Capital has been slated for demolition, however the public has taken to social media against the decision.
The...
Thirty illegal migrants from Laos were caught traveling to Bangkok from Salavanh Province, Laos.
According to a report in The Nation, the Thai Navy’s Mekong...
Electricite du Laos state enterprise and China Southern Power Grid have signed an agreement to jointly establish a new venture to operate the country's...
Authorities in Hadsaifong District, Vientiane Capital have arrested a Police Lieutenant Colonel in possession of more than 500 amphetamine tablets.
Undercover officers arranged the purchase...
Entrance into Laos is possible for foreigners under some circumstances, including those who hold diplomatic or official passports or are attached to international organizations....
