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Laos ushers in Lao New Year with vibrant cultural, festive celebrations
By Xinhua Published: Apr 15, 2026 01:38 PM
People take part in the celebration of the Lao New Year in Vientiane, Laos, April 14, 2026. (Photo by Kaikeo Saiyasane/Xinhua)

People take part in the celebration of the Lao New Year in Vientiane, Laos, April 14, 2026. (Photo by Kaikeo Saiyasane/Xinhua)


People take part in the celebration of the Lao New Year in Vientiane, Laos, April 14, 2026. (Photo by Kaikeo Saiyasane/Xinhua)

People take part in the celebration of the Lao New Year in Vientiane, Laos, April 14, 2026. (Photo by Kaikeo Saiyasane/Xinhua)


People take part in the celebration of the Lao New Year in Vientiane, Laos, April 14, 2026. (Photo by Kaikeo Saiyasane/Xinhua)

People take part in the celebration of the Lao New Year in Vientiane, Laos, April 14, 2026. (Photo by Kaikeo Saiyasane/Xinhua)


People take part in the celebration of the Lao New Year in Vientiane, Laos, April 14, 2026. (Photo by Kaikeo Saiyasane/Xinhua)

People take part in the celebration of the Lao New Year in Vientiane, Laos, April 14, 2026. (Photo by Kaikeo Saiyasane/Xinhua)