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The Laotian Times is an English-language news website that covers current events, business, economics, and other topics related to Laos and the region.

History
Established in 2016, The Laotian Times was founded by journalists aiming to create a platform for news and information about Laos that better reflected the nation's growing regional significance. The website has gained popularity as a source for news and analysis about Laos, attracting followers within the country, among the Lao diaspora, and from observers and academics.

The Laotian Times is managed by RDK Group and is registered with the Mass Media Department of the Ministry of Information, Culture, and Tourism of Laos.

Content
The Laotian Times covers various topics related to Laos and the region, including current affairs, business, economics, technology, tourism, culture, and sports. It publishes daily news reports, opinion pieces, feature stories, food reviews, and interviews. In recent years, the website has placed greater focus on the Lao diaspora abroad, featuring stories on prominent Laotians living in the United States, France, Australia, Canada, and Argentina.

Social Media
Much of The Laotian Times' distribution occurs via social media platforms, with its Facebook Page gaining a large following. News stories and video clips with witty captions have helped attract a loyal Facebook follower base.

Criticism
Although The Laotian Times has been generally well-received as an alternative to state-controlled media in Laos, it has been criticized for glossing over certain topics and an overreliance on social media for distribution. Additionally, slow website loading times have been reported as negatively impacting user experience.

International Coverage
The Laotian Times has garnered attention from various international media outlets by providing a unique insight into a country that is relatively underrepresented. It has been frequently cited by scientific journals and international media, including Tagesspiegel ), (South China Morning Post ), BBC, Vice Magazine , Business Insider , The Diplomat , The Guardian , Foreign Policy , Thairath , Bloomberg News , Mashable , BMJ Global Health , and The Lancet . These citations highlight the international interest in and relevance of The Laotian Times' coverage of Laos and the surrounding region.