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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...

Dog Meat Trade a Serious Business in Vientiane

The dog meat trade remains steady in Laos, with the illegal capture of domestic dogs becoming a serious issue amid the economic downturn. A viral...

Morning Market Demolition Draws Public Ire

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 Lao Nationals Caught Illegally Entering Thailand

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...

Laos and China Form Joint Power Grid Company

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...

High-ranking Police Officer Arrested on Drug Charges

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...

68 Killed in Road Accidents Last Month

The road toll for Laos in August reached 68, with the majority of accidents being caused by drunk drivers. Some 68 people were killed and...