Vientiane, Lao PDR September 7, 2016 President Rodrigo Roa Duterte joined his fellow leaders from the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) in the 19th ASEAN-China Summit to commemorate the 25th anniversary of ASEAN-China Dialogue Relations during the second day of the 28th and 29th ASEAN Summits and Related Summits at the National Convention Centre continue reading : 19th ASEAN-China Summit to Commemorate the 25th Anniversary of ASEAN-China Dialogue Relations
Arrival from Vientiane, Lao People’s Democratic Republic
NAIA Terminal II, Pasay City 6 November 2012 After his first successful participation at the 9th Asia-Europe Meeting (ASEM) held last November 5-6 at Vientiane, Lao People’s Democratic Republic, President Benigno S. Aquino III arrived at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport Terminal II bearing good news for the Filipino people. In his message, President Aquino continue reading : Arrival from Vientiane, Lao People’s Democratic Republic
Advancer#11 Wat Si Muang, Vientiane, Lao PDR
Wat Si Muang, Vientiane, Lao PDR 2 November 2012 A Buddhist temple built on the ruins of a Khmer Hindu shrine in 1563. Everyday, Laotians go to this temple to offer prayers and goods in exchange for good fortune in their businesses or blessings in their personal and/or family lives.
Advancer#12 Haw Phra Kaew, Vientiane, Lao PDR
Haw Phra Kaew, Vientiane, Lao PDR 2 November 2012 One of the oldest temples in Vientiane built in 1565 by King Setthathirath as a place to hold the Emerald Buddha which is now on display at Wat Phra Kaew in Bangkok. The temple was destroyed several times during the wars with neighboring Siam, but French continue reading : Advancer#12 Haw Phra Kaew, Vientiane, Lao PDR
Advancer#10 Statue of King Sisavang Vong, Vientiane, Lao PDR
Vientiane, Lao PDR 1 November 2012 The statue of King Sisavang Vong is located just in front of the Wat Si Muang temple. He ruled the Kingdom from 28 April 1904 until his death on 20 October 1959. He was known as a “playboy king” who had up to 50 children by 15 wives. Fourteen continue reading : Advancer#10 Statue of King Sisavang Vong, Vientiane, Lao PDR
Advancer#9 Lao Presidential Palace, Vientiane, Lao PDR
Lao Presidential Palace, Vientiane, Lao PDR 1 November 2012 The building was first started in 1973 by the then Royal Lao government on the grounds that used to house the royal residence. It was designed by local architect Khamphoung Phonekeo but due to political change brought about by the takeover of the communist Pathet Lao continue reading : Advancer#9 Lao Presidential Palace, Vientiane, Lao PDR
Advancer#8 Prime Minister's Office, Vientiane, Lao PDR
Prime Minister’s Office, Vientiane, Lao PDR 1 November 2012 The Prime Minister is the Head of Government whose role is to guide the work of the Government and local administration. He is appointed or removed by the President of the Republic after the approval of the National Assembly. Thongsing Thammavong is the current Prime Minister continue reading : Advancer#8 Prime Minister's Office, Vientiane, Lao PDR
Advancer#7 Patuxai Memorial Monument, Vientiane, Lao PDR
Patuxai Memorial Monument, Vientiane, Lao PDR 1 November 2012 The most prominent landmark in Vientiane built between 1957 and 1968. It literally means Victory Gate or Gate of Triumph dedicated to those who fought in the struggle for independence from France. Though it resembles the Arc de Triomphe in Paris, it is typically Laotian in continue reading : Advancer#7 Patuxai Memorial Monument, Vientiane, Lao PDR
Advancer#6 Pha That Luang, Vientiane, Lao PDR
Pha That Luang, Vientiane, Lao PDR 1 November 2012 A Buddhist golden stupa at 45 metres tall believed to contain a relic of the Lord Buddha. It is considered as the most important national cultural monument in Lao PDR originally built in 1566 by King Setthathirath and restored in 1953. King Setthathirath was one of continue reading : Advancer#6 Pha That Luang, Vientiane, Lao PDR
Advancer#5 Lao National Assembly, Vientiane, Lao PDR
Lao National Assembly, Vientiane, Lao PDR 1 November 2012 The unicameral parliament of Lao PDR established in its current form by the Lao Constitution of 1991. It acts as the representative of the rights, powers and interests of the multi-ethnic Laotian people. The National Assembly is also the legislative branch that has the right to continue reading : Advancer#5 Lao National Assembly, Vientiane, Lao PDR