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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...

Thai News Anchor Apologizes to Laos For Deep Offense

Thai news anchor Judd Thima of Channel One31 of Thailand publically apologized to the government and people of Laos for having insulted the country...

Laos to Punish Opportunists who Stockpile Goods under New Covid-19 Measures

Laos is to take "strict action" against any opportunist who withholds or stockpiles goods, especially basic necessities, in an effort to tackle social disturbances...

Visa Extensions Available at Immigration for Foreigners Trapped in Laos

Visa extensions are being made available to foreigners finding themselves trapped in Laos due to the closure of borders or cancellation of flights. Officials at...

Laos to Import Face Masks Amid National Shortage

The Ministry of Health has stated that Laos is to import face masks from neighboring countries, including Vietnam, China, and Thailand amid a national...

Laotian Times Content Now Available On GoTeddy App

News articles from the Laotian Times, particularly those concerning the fight against the spread of COVID-19, will now be available on GoTeddy, a Vientiane-based...

China Provides Covid-19 Testing Kits to Laos

China has provided Laos with Covid-19 testing kits as the country faces mounting pressure to prevent and control the virus. The move is part of...