Events

Little Lao Culture Bar Celebrates Second Anniversary in Luang Prabang

On 5–6 June, Little Lao Culture Bar celebrated its second anniversary by bringing together some of Asia’s most influential bars and bartenders for a landmark event in Luang Prabang that united award-winning hospitality professionals from across the region. The event welcomed six internationally recognized bars and prominent figures from Asia’s...

Thailand, Cambodia Resume Direct Talks as ASEAN Pushes for De-escalation

Thailand and Cambodia agreed to continue direct negotiations and restore bilateral mechanisms during talks...

Laos to Host Its First-Ever World Bodybuilding Championships in December

Laos will host the 17th World Bodybuilding Championships, a first in the country's sport...

Xayaburi Cracks Down on Shirtless Celebrations, Roadside Water Guns, Inappropriate Behavior

Authorities in Xieng Hon district, Xayaburi Province, have issued a notice outlining strict rules...

Savannakhet Marks National Heritage Status for Ho Tay Pidok Library, Old Talaeo Temple

Officials in Savannakhey have recognized two historic landmarks in Champhone district as National Heritage...

Second Sustainable Tourism Solutions Expo a Great Success

Hundreds of visitors flocked to the second Sustainable Tourism Solutions Expo (STSE) this past weekend, marking a new commitment to sustainability within the tourism...

HR Forum Showcases Synergy of Tech and Human Resources

Attended by 175 people, the HR Forum 2019 focused on the synergies between HR and technology, bringing together HR experts from Laos, Australia, the...

Japan x Sabai: Sounds, Sights, Tastes, Smiles, Friendship a Feast at Tokyo’s Laos Festival ’19

Dancing, Friendship, Frivolity & Unmistakable Sound of World Heritage Listed Bamboo-Piped Khaen Among the Greetings to Tokyo's Famous Yoyogi Park for Japan's Laos Festival 2019, The...

Doing, Doing, Done: Can-Do Cycle Team Dai Rides On Against Odds For HOPE Children’s Charity

Laos-based international cyclist charity Team Dai including keen cyclist Ms Thu Ng from Vietnam tackle multiple challenges, raise confidence levels and much-needed funds, seeking to surpass...

Lumberings & Longings: Trials, Tales As Domesticated Elephants, Handlers Adjust to A New Era in Laos

Like wildlife in biological hotspots worldwide, Laos' wild and domesticated elephants alike are facing a time of rapid and significant change, amid increased man-made developments...

Goût as Gold: French Cuisine’s Global Celebration Goes Provençal in Laos’ Capital Vientiane

France's Provence in the spotlight as the inspirations from UNESCO-recognized cuisine make their annual return to Vientiane via Goût de France. "For the past...