By: Somxay Sengdara, Vientiane Times, February 23, 2018
Hotline calls have helped the government gain a better understanding of public concerns allowing it to address their problems in accordance with the facts.
February 28, 2018
February 26, 2018
Over 3,000 to run Vientiane Half Marathon in Laos
By: Xinhua News, February 23, 2018
VIENTIANE, Feb. 23 (Xinhua) -- More than 3,000 amateur and professional runners are expected to line up for the third Vientiane International Half Marathon on March 4, local daily the Vientiane Times reported on Friday.
VIENTIANE, Feb. 23 (Xinhua) -- More than 3,000 amateur and professional runners are expected to line up for the third Vientiane International Half Marathon on March 4, local daily the Vientiane Times reported on Friday.
February 25, 2018
February 24, 2018
Laos sees marked shift in tourist appeal
By: Nikkei Asian Review, February 18, 2018
...In 2017, total arrivals declined by an annual 10%, for the second consecutive year. Back in 2015 Laos tourism reached an all-time high, with 4.68 million international arrivals.
Tourists in front of the Patuxai in Vientiane. Photo Credit: Laure Siegel
...In 2017, total arrivals declined by an annual 10%, for the second consecutive year. Back in 2015 Laos tourism reached an all-time high, with 4.68 million international arrivals.
Why Laos’ reliance on Chinese money could bankrupt the country
By: ASEANToday.com, February 22, 2018
World Bank economists assessed that China accounted for 35% of Laos’ public debt in 2012. They claimed this figure rose to around 44% by 2015. Public debt is now at an estimated 68% of gross domestic product (GDP). Around half of the borrowed money is from China.
Photo Credit: Christian Haugen/CC by 2.0
World Bank economists assessed that China accounted for 35% of Laos’ public debt in 2012. They claimed this figure rose to around 44% by 2015. Public debt is now at an estimated 68% of gross domestic product (GDP). Around half of the borrowed money is from China.
Study abroad attractive as degree candidates cross borders
By: Vientiane Times, February 19, 2018
The number of Lao students and officials studying outside the country is on the rise.
In 2017, more than 6,100 students studied in foreign countries. Some 1,023 people received government scholarships, 2,181 people received exchange scholarships, and 1,891 people financed their own tuition.
The number of Lao students and officials studying outside the country is on the rise.
In 2017, more than 6,100 students studied in foreign countries. Some 1,023 people received government scholarships, 2,181 people received exchange scholarships, and 1,891 people financed their own tuition.
February 22, 2018
Lao musical instrument Khaen declared humanity’s heritage
By: Souksakhone Vaenkeo, Vientiane Times, February 20, 2018
VIENTIANE - The music of the Khaen, a Lao instrument, has been declared Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity by United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO).
VIENTIANE - The music of the Khaen, a Lao instrument, has been declared Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity by United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO).
Boun Khaochi proves a traditional festival worthy of preservation
By: Visith Teppalath, Vientiane Times, February 20, 2018
VIENTIANE - Boun Khaochi or Khaochi festival has echoed the lifestyle of the Lao people since ancient times and it is a fine tradition that has been passed on from generation to generation as it deserves to be preserved.
VIENTIANE - Boun Khaochi or Khaochi festival has echoed the lifestyle of the Lao people since ancient times and it is a fine tradition that has been passed on from generation to generation as it deserves to be preserved.
February 19, 2018
Tai New Year in Namaw, Oudomxay
If you're planning to travel to the northern parts of Laos, consider checking out this event in Namaw, Oudomxay, February 23-25, 2018. It's the New Year celebrations of the Tai ethnic minority group. 12 ethnic groups in all will be attending and joining in the festivities and celebrations. One of the featured food items will be the edible bamboo.
ງານບຸນກິນຈຽງເຜົ່າໄຕ ມືອງນາໝໍ້ ແຂວງອຸດົມໄຊ ວັນທີ 23-25 ກຸມພາ 2018
ງານບຸນກິນຈຽງເຜົ່າໄຕ ມືອງນາໝໍ້ ແຂວງອຸດົມໄຊ ວັນທີ 23-25 ກຸມພາ 2018
February 18, 2018
Longsy Sinakhone represents Laos at the Miss International Queen 2018
This year Lao contestant Longsy Sinakhone, who also goes by the name Jenly, will be in the Miss International Queen 2018 pageant.
It is the world's largest and well-respected beauty pageant for international transvestites and transgender individuals. Click below to learn more and to vote.
It is the world's largest and well-respected beauty pageant for international transvestites and transgender individuals. Click below to learn more and to vote.
Elephant Festival 2018
This event is going on right now in Xayaboury. A mix of fun, revelry, and elephants. Have a look at some of the pictures from the Grand Opening.
February 17, 2018
Laos has the youngest average population in Asia
Original Title: How Asia’s Population is Ageing, 2015-2030 Scenario
By: DataLEADS, February 15, 2018
NEW DELHI - The proportion of people aged 60 and over is projected to grow in all Asian countries with Japan and South Korea aging faster than their neighbours. Laos will remain the youngest nation in Asia.
By: DataLEADS, February 15, 2018
NEW DELHI - The proportion of people aged 60 and over is projected to grow in all Asian countries with Japan and South Korea aging faster than their neighbours. Laos will remain the youngest nation in Asia.
Practical Law Global Guide 2018: Doing Business In Laos
By: Dino Santaniello and Saithong Rattana, of Tilleke & Gibbons law firm
For: Thomson Reuters Practical Law and LexMundi
Posted: February 14, 2018
The Laos chapter of Global Guide 2018: Doing Business In..., a guide published by Practical Law in association with Lex Mundi, presents a comprehensive Q&A-style overview of doing business in Laos.
For: Thomson Reuters Practical Law and LexMundi
Posted: February 14, 2018
The Laos chapter of Global Guide 2018: Doing Business In..., a guide published by Practical Law in association with Lex Mundi, presents a comprehensive Q&A-style overview of doing business in Laos.
Lao Telecom Rakes in LAK 1.84 Trillion
By: KPL News, February 15, 2018
Last year, Lao Telecom (LTC) raked in a pretax income of LAK1.84 trillion, increased by 1.8% from 2016.
Last year, Lao Telecom (LTC) raked in a pretax income of LAK1.84 trillion, increased by 1.8% from 2016.
February 14, 2018
Schools Closed due to Severe Cold Weather in Huaphan
By: Phewphone Sonvilay, KPL News, February 2, 2018
(KPL) Schools in the northern province of Huaphan were closed between Feb 5 and 9 as temperature decreased to as low as 3 degree Celsius.
(KPL) Schools in the northern province of Huaphan were closed between Feb 5 and 9 as temperature decreased to as low as 3 degree Celsius.
Lao Factory Owners Say Proposed Wage Hike Will Shutter Businesses
By: RFA's Lao Service, February 9, 2018
Translated by Bounchanh Mouangkham. Written in English by Joshua Lipes.
Translated by Bounchanh Mouangkham. Written in English by Joshua Lipes.
A worker on duty at the state-owned Lao Brewery bottling plant.
Source: AP Photo
February 13, 2018
February 11, 2018
ຖາມຫຍັງກໍໄດ້ - The Silent H
Question: Why is there a letter H in Lao words that have been transcribed into English, when in fact the H is almost always silent?February 10, 2018
February 09, 2018
February 04, 2018
Geography Now! presents a brief overview of Laos
Ken and the team at Geography Now! share a brief overview of Laos.
Video Credit: Geography Now! via Youtube
Kapok flower festival bolsters tourism in Bokeo
By: Vientiane Times, January 29, 2018
Bokeo province: Government officials and crowds of visitors from neighbouring countries flocked here for the colourful Kapok Flower Festival (Dok Ngiew Festival) which opened on Saturday in Tonpheung district and ends today.
Bokeo province: Government officials and crowds of visitors from neighbouring countries flocked here for the colourful Kapok Flower Festival (Dok Ngiew Festival) which opened on Saturday in Tonpheung district and ends today.
Champassak holds annual Vat Phou festival to promote Visit Laos Year
By: Siladda Souliyong, Vientiane Times, January 30, 2018
Champassak district: Hundreds of thousands of local people and foreign visitors yesterday attended the opening day of the annual Vat Phou festival here, which also marks the start of Visit Laos Year in the province.
Champassak district: Hundreds of thousands of local people and foreign visitors yesterday attended the opening day of the annual Vat Phou festival here, which also marks the start of Visit Laos Year in the province.
February 03, 2018
Reinforcing Forest Governance for Legal Trade
Original Title: Process Supports PM Order No.15 Reinforcing Forest Governance for Legal Trade
By: KPL News, January 23, 2018
The National Steering Committee held its 3rd meeting for the Lao-EU Forest Law Enforcement, Governance and Trade (FLEGT) process in Champasack Province on Jan 19 to report the progress of the process.
By: KPL News, January 23, 2018
The National Steering Committee held its 3rd meeting for the Lao-EU Forest Law Enforcement, Governance and Trade (FLEGT) process in Champasack Province on Jan 19 to report the progress of the process.
Tripartite Meeting Held to Discuss Minimum Wage Raise
By: KPL News, January 30, 2018
A tripartite meeting between the Ministry of Labour and Social Welfare, the Lao National Federation of Trade Unions, and the National Chamber of Commerce and Industry was held last week in Vientiane to discuss the raise of minimum wage from current 900,000 kip, approximately US$109, per month.
A tripartite meeting between the Ministry of Labour and Social Welfare, the Lao National Federation of Trade Unions, and the National Chamber of Commerce and Industry was held last week in Vientiane to discuss the raise of minimum wage from current 900,000 kip, approximately US$109, per month.
Minimum wage hike still problematic
By: Phetphoxay Sengpaseuth, Vientiane Times, January 29, 2018
Businesses and factories may soon be required to increase the minimum wage from the present 900,000 kip to 1.1 million kip a month in a bid to improve workers’ standard of living.
Businesses and factories may soon be required to increase the minimum wage from the present 900,000 kip to 1.1 million kip a month in a bid to improve workers’ standard of living.
February 01, 2018
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