Laos seeks Unesco recognition of cultural traditions, national park

Laos is expediting documentation for the proposed listing of the Nakai Nam Theun National Park as a Unesco World Heritage Site, highlighting its ecological and conservation significance. - Vientiane Times/ANN

VIENTIANE: The government is moving forward with efforts to secure Unesco recognition for additional outstanding features of Laos, with plans to nominate the iconic larb dish (a spicy meat salad) and the Baci ceremony, along with a request for listing of the Nakai Nam Theun National Park as a World Heritage Site.

The progress of these plans was reported at a meeting of the Ministry of Culture and Tourism on Monday (April 6) to review the implementation of the 2025 culture and tourism plan and the plan of work for 2026.