Born into one of Laos' most powerful royal families, former President Souphanouvong could have lived a life of comfort under French colonial rule. Instead, he became the key figure of the country's communist revolution from the late 50s and, eventually, its first president in 1975.
Laos marked the 117th anniversary...
On 20 August, the United States immigration authorities arrested 58-year-old Viroth Phannavong in Boston, concluding a long legal battle following his conviction for child...
Thongly Sisoulith, son of Lao President Thongloun Sisoulith, became Secretary of the Central Committee of the Lao People’s Revolutionary Youth Union (LPRYU) on 26...
A design controversy has erupted online following the unveiling of the official mascot for the 12th Lao National Games.
The “Peacock” mascot, selected as the...
Thai authorities have revoked visas and temporary stay permits for nearly 10,000 foreign students who failed to meet required criteria, targeting widespread misuse of...
