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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...

Vientiane To Establish Permanent Organic Farmer’s Market

Vientiane Capital authorities are to establish a permanent location for an organic farmer’s market in Nonghai Village, Hadxaifong District. The Vientiane organic agriculture group first...

New Air Routes to Japan’s Kumamoto Expected to Quadruple Lao Visitors

The number of Lao visitors to Japan’s city of Kumamoto is expected to grow four times bigger in the next ten years after the...

Laos to Control Pork Price amid Sharp Price Rise

Laos will set a new official price for pork as merchants struggle to sell the meat at the set government price of LAK 36,000...

Laos to Upgrade Pangmon Border Crossing in Xayaboury

Laos is set to upgrade the Pangmon border crossing that links the country to Thailand, in a move to attract more tourists and facilitate...

Lucky Air flies New Route from Kunming to Luang Prabang and Vientiane

China’s low-cost carrier Lucky Air has launched its first route that connects China’s city of Kunming to the Lao city of Luang Prabang and...

Lao Domestic Tourism Targeted for 2020

The Lao government has announced it will begin promoting domestic tourism next year as a way to boost tourism in addition to attracting foreign...