HONG KONG — A rare spotlight is being cast on Laos as world leaders, including President Obama, prepare to gather in its capital, Vientiane, for meetings of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations, or ASEAN, and other countries beginning on Tuesday.
‘My friends Were Afraid of Me’: What 80 Million Unexploded US Bombs Did to Laos
For two years after the accident, Yei Yang refused to leave his home.
“I couldn’t farm, I couldn’t go to see friends, as they might be afraid of me,” Yang tells CNN.
“I didn’t want to live.”
U.S. Funds Study for Solar Plant in Laos
As U.S. President Barack Obama arrives in Laos for his historic visit, the United States has agreed to provide a large grant for a 20-megawatt solar power plant feasibility study in the Lao PDR that could power up to 30,000 households.
Trade Sector Growing but Challenges Lie Ahead
Since the introduction of a market economy in the late 1980s, Laos has enthusiastically participated in international trading blocs.
Lao Fashion Week Ready to Dazzle
The nation’s top talent in design and modelling are gearing up for the excitement of next week’s Lao Fashion Week 2016 in the capital.
Obama to Announce $90 Million Package to Clear Laos’ Unexploded Bombs
President Barack Obama has pledged $90 million to Laos in a joint three-year project with the country’s government to clear tens of millions of unexploded US bombs.
Association Announces 15th Handicrafts Festival
The 15th Lao Handicrafts Festival 2016 is slated to be held from October 26 to November 1 at Lao International Trade Exhibition and Convention Centre (Lao-ITECC) in Vientiane, seeking to promote local handicrafts and silk weavings.
Top Global Leaders Flying to Laos
All top foreign leaders from around the world have confirmed their attendance for the 28th and 29th ASEAN Summits and related Summits to be hosted by Laos in Vientiane this week.
