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When visiting Laos, don't forget the capital
This article will introduce you to Vientiane and the interesting and authentic places of this beautiful and charming capital city. Vientiane is located on a curve of the Mekong River in central Laos. It has a total area of about 3,620 square kilometres with a population of more than 800,000. .. . . .
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Coffee farming energises fortunes of rural family
Waking up early to care for his coffee trees has become the normal routine for Mr Phouthone Simthaphasert because he knows this has helped his family to escape poverty and have better living standards. . . . .. .. .
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Govt seeks more workers to meet needs of industry
The government is seeking to increase the number of people employed in the industry and construction sectors from 11.8 percent to 12 percent of the total workforce over the next year, in a bid to satisfy growing demand. . . More >>>
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Fearing eruption, thousands in Bali flee from Mount Agung
BALI, Indonesia (AP) -- Thousands of villagers on the Indonesian resort island of Bali huddled Saturday in temporary shelters, sports centers and with relatives, fearing Mount Agung will erupt for the first time in more than half a century. .
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Opinion |
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How can immigration procedures be improved?
Many people have complained that immigration on the Lao side of the Lao-Thai Friendship Bridge I is too complicated. They say they waste time and have to pay more on the Lao side than on the Thai side because of the various fees charged.
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Lifestyle |
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Fishmonger recounts life in the raw
The sound of vendors chopping pork and fish echoes around Nongduang market in Vientiane as Ms Toun Inthavong uses a big sharp knife and a pestle to hammer the knife and cut big pieces of Mekong fish for the local and foreign customers who wait in lin e at her stall. . . ..More >>>
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Education |
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High flying university student graduates with top honours
“When I got my first class honours degree I felt like I had won US$10 million in the lottery. I tried very hard and focused on my studies for four years and finally I was rewarded with a Certificate of Excellence,” says a proud new graduate from the National University of Laos, Saithidet Sengdao. .
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