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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 and Australia Partner on Sustainable Energy

The new Laos-Australia Sustainable Energy Partnership (LASEP) will expand cooperation to support Laos’ sustainable energy transition, with a focus on stronger planning and a...

ASEAN Leaders Commit to Tackling Online Human Trafficking

Leaders from ASEAN member countries have vowed to tackle human trafficking and identity theft during the ASEAN Summit in Indonesia, with Laos and Cambodia...

Bank of Laos Warns of Counterfeit Banknotes

The Bank of the Lao PDR (BOL) has issued a warning to citizens about counterfeit banknotes of LAK 100,000 and LAK 50,000 denominations. The bank...

Asia-Pacific Leaders Gather to Tackle Climate Change at UN Forum

The United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP) opened its 79th session in Bangkok today, with global and regional...

Thai Military May Intervene if Political Situation Is Not Under Control

Thailand's military chief, General Narongpan Jitkaewthae, has said he cannot guarantee that the military would not intervene again if the country faces political upheaval...

Cambodian PM Rewards Spirited Runner after Rainy Race Performance

Cambodian runner Bou Samnang, who finished last in the women's 5,000-meter race at the SEA Games in Phnom Penh on Monday, was rewarded by...