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Laos Formalizes Shanghai Cooperation Organization Dialogue Partner Status

Laos has strengthened its regional ties after formally confirming its status as a Dialogue Partner of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO), signing an agreement with the organization in Beijing on 10 July. The agreement puts into effect a decision made by SCO leaders during their summit in Tianjin, China, on...

The Red Prince: How Souphanouvong Traded Royal Privilege for Revolution

Born into one of Laos' most powerful royal families, former President Souphanouvong could have...

Bangkok Bar Fire Kills 27, Leaves Dozens Critically Injured

A fire late on Sunday night at a packed pub in Bangkok has killed...

Global Financial Bodies Warns of Slower Growth, Higher Inflation for Laos in 2026

Laos' economy is expected to continue expanding this year, even as slower growth and...

Authorities Say Sinkholes in Savannakhet Caused by Erosion, Not Mining

Authorities Say Sinkholes in Savannakhet Caused by Erosion, Not Mining Authorities have confirmed that eight...

Thai Superman Voice Triggers Backlash in Thailand, Laos Over Poor Dubbing Quality

When the new Superman film landed in cinemas across Thailand and Laos on 10 July, audiences were quick to praise the action, but the...

Thailand, Cambodia Truce Talks Due but Strikes Continue

By Suy Se with Chayanit Itthipongmaetee in Surin, Thailand/AFP - Thailand and Cambodia's leaders are due to meet for peace talks on Monday, as...

Global Pressure Mounts as Thailand-Cambodia Border Conflict Enters Fourth Day

The Laotian Times/AFP - International concern is growing over the ongoing armed conflict between Thailand and Cambodia, as the two Southeast Asian neighbors continue...

Death Toll Rises in Thai-Cambodian Clashes Despite Ceasefire Call

By Suy Se with Montira Rungjirajittranon in Bangkok/AFP - Thailand and Cambodia clashed for a third day on 26 July, as the death toll...

Ten Killed in Vietnam Bus Crash Days After Ha Long Bay Disaster

A sleeper bus crashed in central Vietnam early on 25 July, killing ten people and injuring twelve others, government officials confirmed. The crash occurred...

British International Schools, Universities Offer Stable Path for Lao Students as US Policies Shift

By Michael Anderson; BBGL Board Member and Education Adviser Over recent decades, families in Laos have viewed the United States as a top destination for...