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Events

Laos Marks World Population Day with Focus on Youth, Reproductive Rights

UNFPA - On 9 September in Vientiane, the Lao Government and UNFPA came together to mark World Population Day with a high-level event themed “Empowering young people to create the family they want.” The event highlighted the critical role youth empowerment plays in national development, by ensuring every young person...

Laos Announces 33 Sports for 12th National Games

The Ministry of Education and Sports has confirmed that 33 sports will be contested...

Vientiane Province Wins Big at Luang Prabang Traditional Boat Festival

Luang Prabang celebrated its annual Boat Racing Festival on 23 August along the Nam...

Thailand Requests Cambodia to Reduce Athlete Delegation for 33rd SEA Games Amid Safety Concerns

Thailand, host of the 33rd Southeast Asian (SEA) Games, requested Cambodia to limit its...

Phetnilan ‘Golf’ Keovongsi Triumphs at International Dance Competition in China

A 28-year-old Lao dancer, Phetnilan “Golf” Keovongsi, better known in the breakdancing world as...

Blue Chair Film Festival Lights Up Luang Prabang with Southeast Asian Cinema

Lao people, like many around the world, enjoy films from various countries, especially those from Asian cinemas, including Thailand, South Korea, and sometimes Hollywood....

That Luang Festival to Feature Over 1,600 Booths Showcasing Lao Crafts, Culture

The 2024 That Luang Festival, running from November 11 to 15, is set to draw thousands of visitors with over 1,600 booths featuring Lao...

K-Pop Star BamBam Lights Up ASEAN-Korea Music Festival 2024 in Vientiane

Popular K-pop star BamBam was the leading star at the 2024 ASEAN-Korea Music Festival in Vientiane from 1 to 3 November. The event brought together...

Sofitel Celebrates 60th Anniversary with Art, Tradition in Luang Prabang

On 16 October, Sofitel Luang Prabang, a luxury hotel known for blending French colonial style with Lao heritage, celebrated the 60th anniversary of the...

Laos, France Annual Review of Bilateral Cooperation

On 23 October, Laos and France held a bilateral cooperation portfolio meeting chaired by Phonevanh Outhavong, Vice Minister of Planning and Investment and Siv-Leng...

Boat Racing Festival in Vientiane Draws Crowds, Celebrates Culture

Every October, the excitement of the Lao people comes alive during the Boat Racing Festival, known locally as Boun Suang Huea. Celebrated nationwide, the...