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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...

New Lao National Museum Officially Opens

The Lao National Museum officially opened at its new location on Tuesday, with exhibits from the nation's rich history on display for visitors. Exhibits at...

Domestic Electricity Consumption on the Rise in Laos

The Lao Ministry of Energy and Mines has said that electricity consumption in Laos this year could reach 9,401 million kWh, increasing by 7.7%...

Lao Airlines Backs Lao Thiao Lao Domestic Tourism Campaign

Lao Airlines has said that it is working together with the public and private sector to achieve the target of the Lao Thiao Lao...

Cannibal Killer Captured in Vientiane Province

Village authorities have arrested a man in Nalao Village, Phonhong District, Vientiane Province in connection with the killing of a child. According to eyewitness reports...

Search Continues for Grandfather Missing Near Resort

The search for a grandfather lost in the forest near the Nam Pien Yorla Pa resort in Vientiane Province is now into its fourth...

Gruesome Triple Murder in Champasack

Police have arrested three men suspected of involvement in a gruesome triple murder in Champasack Province over the weekend. Three men were found dead on...