History

Champasak authorities assumed full management and preservation of the Vat Phou UNESCO World Heritage site on 1 September. This transition follows the expiration of private company Ying Sokxay’s 15-year tourism development concession, which concluded on 22 June. Provincial authorities denied the company’s request for an extension, citing the 2021 National Heritage...

Scientists may soon solve one of Laos’ biggest mysteries: who buried their dead inside...

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

More than 22 schools across Vientiane Capital received copies of President Thongloun Sisoulith’s memoir...

On 8 June, authorities in Khammouane Province have officially opened Hidden Hands Cave (Tham...