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Lao, Thai Textile Traditions Meet in Dress at Bangkok Exhibition

A gown combining Thai silk and Lao fabric brought two neighbouring countries' textile traditions together at an international fashion exhibition in Bangkok in October. Titled Lao-Thai Solidarity, the dress featured traditional Lao weaving patterns alongside Thai silk, with each material making up half of the design. Lao designer Khamphao Bouaphanh, founder...

Laos Turns to Community Support as Young People Face Rising Mental Health Pressures

Mental health challenges often go unnoticed in Laos, where people experiencing anxiety and emotional...

Lao Scholar Draws on History to Explore What Makes a Country ‘Great’

In many Lao communities, temples are among the cleanest places around. People sweep the...

The Photographer Who Speaks for Laos’ Forests

In the forests of Laos, observation comes before words for Souksamlan “Toun” Laladeth. That idea...

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...

Visit Laos Year 2018 Kicks off end of October

Coinciding with the That Luang Festival celebrations, government officials have planned several activities to promote the launch of  “Visit Laos Year 2018” on October...

Laos Prints Largest and Longest Sovereign Bond Issue

Laos has successfully completed its largest and lengthiest bond issue, with a 14 billion baht ($419 million) six-tranche offering in the Thai debt capital...

Legal Action Against SP Financing Company Underway

Authorities have advised those who have previously purchased  vehicles from the  SP Sipathoumphone company to officially  declare their losses and file a case against...

Miss Grand Laos Showcases That Luang as National Costume

The time has come for Laos to send its first crowned Miss Grand Laos to Vietnam to compete for the International title. In a year...

Oct 4-6 Official Boat Racing Festival Dates

Following an announcement made by the Governor of Chanthabouly district, Mrs. Bouarone Vongdarasan, the annual Boat Racing Festival will officially take place Oct 4-6...

Tax Collectors to Audit 200 Businesses to Boost Revenue

In an attempt to collect additional taxes before the end of the year, the Deputy Minister of Finance has announced that finance authorities are...