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Lao, Korean Flavors Come Alive at “Thongtaek Tastes of Korea” in Vientiane

A three-day cultural food event called “Thongtaek Tastes of Korea” is taking place from 1 to 3 August, at Parkson Shopping Center in Vientiane. The event is organized to promote cultural exchange and strengthen ties between Laos and South Korea through food, music, and art. Visitors will have the chance to...

Vientiane’s Running Boom: More Than Just Exercise, It’s a Movement

In recent years, Vientiane has seen a quiet but steady rise in running culture....

OP-ED: Honoring Lao Midwives, Heroes of Maternal Health

By Bounfeng Phoummalaysith, Minister of Health, Laos, and Bakhtiyor Kadyrov, UNFPA Representative in Laos. On...

Savannakhet’s That Nang Lao Stupa Recognized as Local Level National Heritage

That Nang Lao stupa and Thong Na Ngueak were officially recognized as Laos’ local...

Phra Man Buddha Now Open for Merit-Making Activities at Wat Xieng Thong in Luang Prabang

Xieng Thong Temple in Luang Prabang has officially opened the Ho Phra Man shrine,...

Laos Prepares for Reopening of Tourism Under New Normal Conditions

The government of Laos has instructed the tourism ministry to coordinate with localities around the country to prepare for the reopening of tourism under...

Xaysomboun Sees Over 10,000 Tourists in 2020

Xaysomboun Province received over 10,000 visitors in the first nine months of 2020, bringing USD 159,195 in revenue to the province. A total of 10,186...

Luang Prabang Authorities Revise Lao New Year Schedule

Authorities in Luang Prabang have revised the dates for Lao New Year festivities in the province, with a shorter schedule now in place. According to...

Christina Lasasimma to Compete in Miss Universe 2020

Christina Lasasimma, the former Miss Laos, is to represent her country in the Miss Universe 2020 pageant. She will be the fourth representative from Laos...

Smokey Eyes Become Lao Fashion Faux Pas

Social media users have begun creating memes in a backlash against promotional material for the upcoming Miss World Laos beauty pageant featuring a model...

International Fisheries Experts Introduced to Lao Fish Larb

A 55-second video recipe for the Lao People’s Democratic Republic’s ever-popular Larb (or Laab) made with Mekong River fish and prepared by Food and...