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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...

Laos Co-chairs Mekong-Ganga Cooperation Ministerial Meeting in Bangkok

Laos secured funding of USD 500,000 for a series of poverty reduction projects through the Mekong-Ganga scheme during the 12th Mekong-Ganga River Cooperation Framework...

Laos on High Alert as Tropical Storm Talim Approaches

The Department of Meteorology and Hydrology in Laos has issued a warning for heavy rain, storms, and lightning this week, as tropical storm "Talim"...

Cambodian Border Committee Dismisses Allegations of Vietnamese Encroachment

The Border Affairs Committee of Cambodia refuted claims of encroachment by Vietnam on the Cambodian border, adding that such allegations were baseless and were...

Leader of Winning Thai Party, Rebuffed Last Week, to Try Once More to Become Prime Minister

BANGKOK (AP) — The leader of the progressive party that won a surprise victory in Thailand’s May elections said Monday he will make a...

Lao Vice President Calls for Self-Examination During Mid-Term Plenary Meeting

The Vice President of Laos has issued a directive to government representatives in the Ministry of Finance calling for self-examination, deep reflection, and improvement...

Spending Kip to Make Dong: Why Laos Should Step Up Efforts to Attract More Vietnamese Tourists

As lackluster economic growth causes millions in China to stay home, Laos should do more to attract Vietnamese travelers for its post-pandemic tourism revival. The...