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British Embassy in Vientiane Celebrates King Charles III’s Birthday

On 27 November, the British Embassy in Vientiane hosted a vibrant and memorable event to mark the 76th birthday of King Charles III.  Among other dignitaries, Phout Simmalavong, Minister of Education and Sport and Phoxay Khaykhamphithoune, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs joined the occasion to celebrate the long-lasting friendship between...

Luang Prabang Celebrates 29 Years as UNESCO World Heritage Site

Today, 9 December, marks the 29th anniversary of Luang Prabang’s designation as a UNESCO...

YSEALI Summit 2024 Inspires Regional Collaboration Through Creative Economy

From 2 to 5 December, the Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative (YSEALI) Summit 2024...

Lao Teams Shine at Jaifa King’s Cup with U8 Championship Win

The Lao youth football team, with three groups of players from the WIG NAGA...

Laos to Enforce Graphic Health Warnings on Cigarette Packs

Laos is set to implement redesigned cigarette packs featuring large graphic health warnings to...

South Korean President’s Chief of Staff Resigns After Martial Law Lifted

By David Brennan and Meredith Deliso ABC News - Following the South Korean State Council's passing of a resolution to officially lift martial law, South...

Laos Earns Over 200 ASEAN Tourism Awards, Global Acclaim

Laos continues to shine on the global tourism stage, earning 219 ASEAN Tourism Standards Awards for its dedication to sustainability and exceptional travel experiences.  On...

Thai Authorities Discover 85 Bodies Allegedly Linked to Controversial Monk-Led Cult

Thai authorities have uncovered 85 human bodies at three locations in Thailand’s Phichit and Kamphaeng Phet provinces. The bodies are allegedly linked to a monk-led...

Eight Detained in Laos Over Tourist Deaths Linked to Methanol Poisoning at Vang Vieng Hostel

On 25 November, the Vang Vieng police arrested eight individuals allegedly linked to the deaths of foreign tourists at Nana Backpackers Hostel. The detained individuals,...

Thai Court Issues Warrant for Healthcare Mogul Over Fraud Linked to Laos, Vietnam

Thailand’s Criminal Court issued arrest warrants on 22 November for Boon Vanasin, a Thai national founder of Thonburi Hospital and chairman of Thonburi Healthcare...

Two Danish Tourists, One American Dead in Vang Vieng from Methanol Poisoning, Official Report Says

The Lao government confirmed the deaths from methanol poisoning of two Danish tourists and one American national in Vang Vieng. The Danish victims have been...