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Silent Killing Fields 50 Years on From Khmer Rouge Atrocities

By Suy SE/AFP - Cambodia marked on 17 April the 50th anniversary of the Khmer Rouge's march into Phnom Penh, though survivors of its genocidal rule were forbidden from praying before victims' skulls. On 17 April, 1975, soldiers of the ultra-Maoist Khmer Rouge rolled into the capital astride tanks, toppling...

“Liquor Shop by the Cemetery”: Nong’s Bold Return as Voice for the Voiceless

An author holds the power to drive societal reform through fictional characters, raising awareness...

Lao-American Rapper Hopii Turns Blessings into Bars

When “Sa Tu”, or "Sathu," is not only heard in the temple but echoed...

Built with Heart: The Team Behind Luang Prabang’s Pi Mai Parade Tiger

Luang Prabang celebrated Pi Mai Lao, or Lao New Year, with its traditional Nang...

Women with Disabilities Association Brings Lao Handicrafts to the Global Stage

The Women With Disability Association (WWDA) is leading an initiative to provide opportunities for...

Boun Awk Phansa, Lai Hua Fai Festival in Vientiane

The Lao PDR has a unique tradition related to its faith. The beautiful festival, Awk Phansa Lai Hua Fai, is held on the day...

BREAKING: Thai King Bhumibol Adulyadej Dies After 70-year Reign

Death of world’s longest reigning monarch throws politically turbulent Thailand into uncertainty. Thailand’s King Bhumibol Adulyadej has died aged 88, ending seven decades on the...

Japanese Companies Get Big Break in Laos

TOKYO -- Laos' patent authority has decided to recognize patents on technologies that have been granted in Japan. The decision will allow Japanese companies...

Lao Enterprises Seek Greater Access to Chinese Market

Lao associations of furniture, rice mill and coffee have shared experiences on promoting exports of Lao commodities to China, Lao state-run news agency KPL...

Khammuan Eyeing Increased Agricultural Exports

Laos' southern province of Khammuan sees great potential in continuing to improve its agricultural products to drive exports and economic growth. The province recognises Laos...

EU Provides Relief to Flood-Affected Families In Laos

The European Union has released more than 82,000 euro in humanitarian funding to assist the most vulnerable communities affected by floods since August in...