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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...

Ministry: 95% of Households in Laos Connected to Electricity

The Lao Ministry of Energy and Mines reports that ninety-five percent of households across the country are now connected to electricity. In provincial municipalities and...

NASA: Tropical Storm Noul Fading Over Laos

Tropical storm Noul is dissipating as it moves from Laos toward Thailand, according to NASA satellites. Tropical Storm Noul made landfall in central Vietnam on...

Traffic Lights in Vientiane Improperly Installed

Vientiane Authorities have admitted that traffic lights at some locations in Vientiane Capital have been improperly installed and are not yet fully operational. According to...

The Bricket Delivers High Protein Food to Healthy Consumers

A Thai startup shows how delivering high protein food, such as crickets, to increasingly health-conscious consumers can be good for business. “Our company offers tomorrow’s...

First Station Complete Along Laos-China Railway

The first station along the Laos-China Railway was completed on Wednesday, marking a significant occasion for the railway line. The last concrete casting on top...

Tropical Storm NOUL to Hit Laos Tomorrow

The weather bureau has warned that tropical storm Noul will likely hit Laos tomorrow as it makes its way from Vietnam. According to a report...