More surplus rice has been produced this year in Vientiane province, despite the impact of flooding during the rainy season, according to a report from the provincial Industry and Commerce Department released last week. Last... (Read More)

 A cultural tradition that should be familiar to visitors of Laos is the nop, where two hands are presented in a prayer and accompanied by a friendly “sabaidee”. Sadly, young Lao people are finding less time... (Read More)

Duangxay Luangphasy joined the army at 16 to risk his life for his country.

He has just released a book about his adventures.

In the foggy mountains of Xieng Khuang provin... (Read More)

Having sex at a young age causes great harm to society, because such behaviour can result in prostitution, fighting and conflicts between partners. According to the law, males and females can marry at the age of 18, with the marri... (Read More)

 Despite more than 10 years of robust economic growth in the Lao PDR, the situation remains unchanged for the 40 percent of children under five years that continue to be affected by chronic malnutrition, denying them the righ... (Read More)

Improving the quality of education has long been considered one of the most effective means of helping poor countries to develop, as it will ensure a better standard of living in the future, Minister of Education, Prof Dr Somkot M... (Read More)

In welcoming the upcoming New Year, all Lao sports fans will not only celebrate the 43rd anniversary of sport in this country, but also hope that celebrations will motivate Lao athletes to success at the 25th South East Asian (SEA... (Read More)

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Tigo is sponsoring the 2008 Miss Apone Lao pageant.  Ten contestants this year are from Vientiane Capital, three from Champasack Province, two from Savannakhet Province, and three from Luan... (Read More)