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The Photographer Who Speaks for Laos’ Forests

In the forests of Laos, observation comes before words for Souksamlan “Toun” Laladeth. That idea inspired the title of his debut visual anthology, Where the Forests Have No Words, officially launched on 5 October in Vientiane*.* "People call me a conservation and nature photographer. But really, I'm just a simple person,...

Laos Sets 60 Million-Liter Fuel Reserve Floor, Diversifies Imports, Lao PM Saleumxay Says

Laos will keep domestic fuel reserves at around 60 million liters or more and...

Authorities in Laos detained nearly 10,651 suspects of 31 nationalities in the first nine...

Deported to Laos, US Returnees Find Their Way in an Unfamiliar Home

The men behind a barbecue grill in Vientiane speak English more easily than Lao. Some...

Laos Proposes Overhaul of Narcotics Classifications to Target Unlisted Drugs

Laos is proposing to expand its official list of prohibited narcotics and controlled chemicals...

Laos Confirms 2,697 New Cases of Covid-19

Laos has recorded 2,697 cases of Covid-19 across the country today. The National Taskforce for Covid-19 Prevention and Control reported that 5,454 tests were conducted...

Savannakhet and WCS Release Baby Crocodiles into Xe Champhone Wetlands

The Savannakhet Provincial Department of Agriculture and Forestry, in collaboration with the Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS), has released young crocodiles in the Xe Champhone...

Government of Laos Opens Bidding for Electric Vehicle Purchase

The government of Laos has opened a bidding process to purchase over a hundred electric vehicles for Party and government leaders. A ceremony for the...

First Thai Durians Enter China via Laos-China Railway

Thai durians have been being shipped to China via the Laos-China Railway for the first time. Khaosod news reports that 40 tonnes of durian, along...

Storms Pummel Homes in Luang Prabang and Champasack Provinces

Storms have damaged houses and other structures in the provinces of Luang Prabang and Champasack, following a storm warning issued by the Department of...

Laos Confirms 2,183  New Cases of Covid-19

Laos has recorded 2,183 cases of Covid-19 across the country today. The National Taskforce for Covid-19 Prevention and Control reported that 4,658 tests were conducted...