Tag: Buddhist-Socialism

A Theravada Buddhist Monk in the Ruins of “Wat Phu (ວັດພູ)”!

Buddhist-Socialist Laos: “Wat Phu (ວັດພູ)” – An Example of a Khmer-Era Buddhist-Hindu Temple! (6.8.2026)

The stone walls are carved with mythological scenes such as (the Hindu) Hanuman monkey-god fighting demons and Gisna tearing apart the Dragon King. Inside the hall are numerous Buddha statues and a stone statue of King Phayakamata of Champasak. The site area preserves the foundations of two stone palaces, scattered stone figures and beasts, and a sacred lake measuring 300 metres by 200 metres. The lakeside pavilion in the centre connects with the ruins of the Western Hall. The temple is said to have been built in the 7th century, with most existing ruins dating back to the 10th-century – during the peak period of the Khmer Empire. Every year from late January to early February, the Wat Phu Festival is held, featuring various religious ceremonies and activities.

Continue reading

PRC Buddhism is Socialist!

BMA-UK: Zhao Zhihao (赵志浩) – Promoting the Further Sinicization of Buddhism & Integration with Socialist Society! (3.8.2026)

As the Mahayana Sutras became more popular in China than the Pali Suttas – the idea of strict vegetarianism (which had spread from India via various Vinaya Discipline texts) took root (even though it was only meant initially for the monastic order). Buddhist vegetarianism was not invented in China (as the author of the below [translated] text seems to imply). It is true that at least two Emperors in China did ban meat-eating in their respective countries – and instigated an expansive vegetarianism amongst the general public (Buddhist and non-Buddhist). This meant that Buddhist monastic vegetarianism was spread throughout the Buddhist laity and beyond – and this was a transformation of Buddhist practice in general that has persisted into modern times. Much, if not all of the interfacing Chinese philosophy that at least gave structure to Chinese Ch’an (Dhyana) Buddhism arose from the “Change Classic”

Continue reading

Laos has secured its first medal at the 33rd Southeast Asian Games in Bangkok after athletes Koungking Boudaxay and Mala Chanthalaksa won a joint bronze in the women’s Ju-Jitsu Duo Show on 10 December.

Laos: First Medal Claimed at 33rd SEA Games with Ju-Jitsu Bronze! (28.1.2026)

Laos has secured its first medal at the 33rd Southeast Asian Games in Bangkok after athletes Koungking Boudaxay and Mala Chanthalaksa won a joint bronze in the women’s Ju-Jitsu Duo Show on 10 December.

The pair impressed judges with a score of 41 points, earning them a place on the podium alongside Vietnam, who also took bronze.

Host nation Thailand dominated the event, capturing both gold and silver with scores of 50.5 and 48.5 points respectively.

Continue reading

Government of the Lao People’s Democratic Republic has conferred the Friendship Medal on Mr Vladimir Kalinin

Laos People’s Democratic Republic: Friendship Medal Conferred Upon Russian Ambassador! (9.11.2025)

In recognition of these achievements, the Lao Government awarded the Friendship Medal as a token of appreciation for the Ambassador’s dedication to fostering the longstanding friendship and cooperation between the two nations.

In his response, Ambassador Kalinin expressed his sincere gratitude to the Lao Government, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and the people of Laos for their support and hospitality throughout his tenure. He affirmed his commitment to continue serving as a bridge to further strengthen and expand the bonds of friendship and cooperation between Laos and Russia in the years ahead.

Continue reading

Beautiful Laotian Flower Basket for DPRK!

DPRK: Kim Jong Un Receives Beautiful Laos Flower Basket for 77th Anniversary! (10.9.2025)

Pyongyang, September 5 (KCNA) — The respected Comrade Kim Jong Un received a flower basket from Thongloun Sisoulith, general secretary of the Central Committee of the Lao People’s Revolutionary Party and president of the Lao People’s Democratic Republic, on the occasion of the 77th founding anniversary of the DPRK. The Lao ambassador to the DPRK handed over the flower basket to an official concerned on Sept. 4th, 2025.

Continue reading

Acting Vice President of Vietnam

Laos: “Vice State President” now “Acting President” of Vietnam! (21.3.2024)

According to the news from the National Radio of Vietnam, after the 6th General Session, the 15th National Assembly, based on the Constitution of the Republic of Vietnam and the provisions of the relevant law, the Standing Committee of the National Assembly announced the notification on the exercise of the right to be the President of the country with the appointment of Mrs. Vo Thiang Xuan, the Vice President of the country as Acting President of the country – from March 21st 2024 until the National Assembly elects a new President.

Continue reading

1 2