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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 to Host 5th International Mountain Tourism Day

Laos has been chosen to host the 5th International Mountain Tourism Day and conference from 28 May to 1 June in Vientiane capital and...

Big C Hypermarket to Open in Laos Next Year

Big C, a Bangkok-based grocery and general merchandising retailer, has commenced construction of its first hypermarket in Laos, with plans to open its doors...

Laos Records Trade Surplus of USD 1.39 Billion in 2022

Laos recorded a trade surplus of USD 1.39 billion in 2022, boosted by the country's electricity exports, according to the Ministry of Industry and...

Khammouane Approves 71 French Colonial Buildings as Historical Heritage Sites

Khammouane Province has designated 71 French colonial buildings and houses as historical heritage sites for educational purposes and tourism. Thakek District, located in Khammouane Province,...

Gunman Robs Vientiane Jewelry Store, Escapes with Valuables

An armed man robbed a jewelry store at Viewmall Shopping Center in Vientiane Capital on Friday, making off with valuables. The robbery occurred at Khounkham...

Thailand’s Opposition Wins Big Election Victory, Challenging Army-backed Conservative Establishment

(AP) — Thailand’s main opposition parties easily bested other contenders with virtually all the votes counted from Sunday’s general election, fulfilling many voters’ hopes...