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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...

Lao and Vietnamese Leaders Discuss Post-Pandemic Cooperation

Laos and Vietnam have committed to assisting each other restore their economies and plan to reopen flights as soon as possible. Prime Minister Thongloun Sisoulith...

National Assembly 9th Ordinary Session Concludes

The Ninth Ordinary Session of the 8th Legislature of the National Assembly concluded last Thursday following the approval of revised growth goals and amendments...

Heathfield International School Selected for Oxford Curriculum

Heathfield International School last week announced its selection by Oxford Education to join a Pilot School Program commencing this year, which will allow the...

Construction of Vientiane Station Commences on Laos-China Railway

A groundbreaking ceremony for construction of Vientiane Station along the Laos-China Railway was held on Friday in Xaythany District. Vientiane Station, located in Xay Village,...

Choosing the Right School for Your Child in Laos

There is an awful lot involved in choosing the right school for your child. And, there is much advice available about what to do...

Maruhan Japan Bank Lao and Loca Laos Ink E-Commerce Deal

Japanese commercial bank Maruhan Japan Bank Lao and local ride-hailing service Loca Laos have inked a deal on an e-commerce automated settlement solution to...