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November 22 , 2010
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Vientiane trumpets its success
 Lao hearts beat as one yesterday as the sound of music and applause rang out around the National Stadium in Vientiane during a spectacular extravaganza. More >>>
- Govt sets plan to develop tourist sites
The government plans to develop a number of tourist sites nationwide over the next five years with the aim of making Laos a premier tourism destination. More >>>
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- President Choummaly Sayasone urges all citizens to strive for progress
Today, Vientiane residents and all ethnic people throughout the country have enjoyed the celebration of the 450th anniversary of Vientiane as the nation's capital and the 35th founding anniversary of the Lao PDR, President Choummaly Sayasone said yesterday. More >>>
- Report on preparations for the celebration of two historic anniversaries
His full speech is:
So msavat Lengsavad, Chairman of the Organising Committee for the Celebration of the 450th Anniversary of Vientiane Capital and the 35th Anniversary of the Proclamation of the Lao PDR.
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- Indian parachutist hits new heights in Vientiane
After four jumps from 30,000 feet over Vientiane, a woman parachute jumper from India said yesterday she felt ready ahead of last night's big show. More >>>


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Vientiane Times looks forward to November’s 450th anniversary of the relocation of the Lao capital from Luang Prabang to Vientiane. In recognition of this auspicious

Agar oil presents profits for investors

Agarwood can turn a profit for investors and producers in Laos, according to research carried out by ... More >>>

The life and times of King Xaysetthathirath

The history of Vientiane has been intertwined with that of Phra That Luang for more than 800 years. King Xaysetthathirath is considered one of the great leaders in Lao history and during his reign from 1548 to 1572, ... More >>>

Got a cold? Don't reach for antibiotics
Doctors have advised parents not to give antibiotics to their children if they have a cough or cold, saying it may cause drug resistance.
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Bokeo moves closer to banishing poverty
Bokeo province, like all provinces nationwide, is moving ever closer to reaching basic poverty alleviation goals as the living standards of its people continue to ... More >>>

What are your impressions of your visit to Vientiane?
More than 200 Lao expatriates have been invited by the government to attend the celebrations to mark the capital's 450th anniversary and National Day. All are in favour of the government's policy to develop the country, but they hope the government will ... More >>>

National development highlights over 35 years
National development has moved forward rapidly in every sector and ensured political, social and economic stability over the past three decades. More >>>

Wax castles honour That Luang
This is the fifth year that Ms Chanda, 23, has made pasaat pheung (elongated pyramids of wax and banana stems hung with kip notes) to sell to participants in the annual candlelit ceremony at ... More >>>

PM's Cup a wide open field

The last of the regular round matches in the 5th Prime Minister's Cup today sees many teams still with the chance of claiming victory and making it through to the semifinals. More >>>




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