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Lao Government Encourages Diaspora to Reconnect, Invest in Homeland

On 12 November, the Lao government hosted a meeting in Vientiane aimed at encouraging Lao nationals and those of Lao descent living abroad to reconnect with their homeland and explore investment opportunities that can contribute to the country's socio-economic development. The event, held under the theme "Love Your Home Country"...

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...

‘Hope: Lao Contemporary Art Exhibition’ Opens in Vientiane

The inaugural “Hope: Lao Contemporary Art Exhibition” (LCAE) opened in Vientiane on 31 October....

Laos Celebrates National Handicraft Day, Honoring Heritage, Economic Impact

Laos commemorates its National Handicraft Day on 1 November, celebrating the nation’s rich heritage...

Fashion as Cultural Diplomacy: Southeast Asia’s Presence in BRICS+ Summit

In early October, while Laos was immersed in ASEAN responsibilities, the BRICS+ Fashion Summit...

Lao Mountain Coffee Wins Continental Award at World Coffee Challenge in Spain

Renowned Laos coffee brand "Lao Mountain Coffee" has won an award at the World Coffee Challenge in Spain. The Lao Mountain Coffee "Peaberry" blend took...

Over 300,000 Tourists Visit Laos Capital in 2022

Vientiane Capital has welcomed more than 300,000 foreign tourists this year, according to officials. The number was revealed during a recent consultation workshop held...

Coming Up! Sabaidee Luang Prabang Fest

A much-anticipated festival is being held in the UNESCO World Heritage Centre of Luang Prabang between 6-12 October. The fest aims to promote sustainable consumption...

“The Vientianist” and Laos’ Joyful Young Digital Art Scene

The Laotian Times interviews visual artist “The Vientianist,” whose work combines digital processes and vintage styles into celebratory, tongue-in-cheek scenes of Lao life.  Visual artists...

Luang Prabang Film Festival to Return in December

For the first time in more than three years, the Luang Prabang Film Festival (LPFF) returns as a free and live event, from 8...

Public Outcry Against New Anti-Trans Pageant Rule in Laos

A notice issued by the Lao People's Revolutionary Youth Union effectively banning transgender participants from beauty pageants has provoked a public backlash in Laos. The...