In many Lao communities, temples are among the cleanest places around. People sweep the grounds, tend to the gardens, and take care of the buildings. There is a shared understanding that these places are sacred, belong to everyone, and that caring for them is a collective responsibility.
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The Laos-China Railway Company has reported the theft of fencing along the railway line, raising concerns for the safety of trains and passengers.
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Vientiane municipal officials have admitted that flooding in Vientiane Capital occurs due to blocked drains which have not been cleared because of budget constraints.
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The new tri-country freight train, or ASEAN express, between Malaysia, Thailand and Laos will begin operating in October of this year.
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Authorities in Xayaboury Province have warned residents in communities near the Mekong River to be prepared for flooding as the Xayaboury Dam raises its...