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True Corporation Reaffirms Position as Thailand's Most Sustainable Organization for 8 Consecutive Years, Guaranteed Top 1%

True Corporation has been recognized as Thailand's most sustainable company, ranking in the global Top 1% for the eighth consecutive year in the telecommunications industry with a score of 95 out of 100 according to S&P Global's 2025 Corporate Sustainability Assessment. The achievement reflects True's commitment to responsible, transparent business operations that create long-term value for stakeholders while leveraging technology and AI to deliver measurable environmental, social, and governance results. True plans to further integrate sustainability into all operational processes, from policy to implementation, to achieve balanced growth across business, people, society, and the environment.

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Bangkok, May 13, 2026 – As sustainability becomes a critical global agenda, businesses are no longer evaluated solely on financial performance. Instead, they are assessed on their growth methods, stakeholder responsibility, risk management, and role in addressing long-term societal and environmental challenges. This is reflected in S&P Global's The Sustainability Yearbook 2026, which evaluated over 9,200 companies worldwide through the 2025 Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA). Only 848 companies were selected for this year's yearbook. True Corporation, one of Thailand's organizations committed to sustainable business practices, has been ranked in the Top 1% of the world's most sustainable companies in the telecommunications industry with a score of 95 out of 100 for the eighth consecutive year, reflecting its commitment to driving business through technology and AI while delivering concrete environmental, social, and governance results.

Dr. Netchanok Wipattasilpin, Head of Corporate Sustainability at True Corporation, stated: "Amid intensifying global sustainability standards, True Corporation remains committed to conducting business responsibly, transparently, and creating long-term value for all stakeholders. Being ranked in the Top 1% globally in the telecommunications industry by S&P Global for the eighth consecutive year not only reflects the potential of Thai organizations on the international stage but also demonstrates True's commitment to driving practical sustainability across multiple dimensions—from networks and energy to customer experience, digital security, education, and workforce development. Technology and AI serve as critical mechanisms to enhance operational efficiency and transform ESG targets into measurable results. True's next step is to integrate sustainability into every work process, from policy to implementation, enabling the organization to grow disciplined, use resources efficiently, and create balanced results for business, people, society, and the environment."

Dr. Netchanok Wipattasilpin received the award and recognition plaque for Top 1% S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment Score 2025 from Robert Dorneau, Global Head of CSA Corporate Solutions & Engagement at S&P Global, with Verasak Pongtanyavichay, Head of Corporate Sustainability Development at True Corporation, and True's sustainability team present at the S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook 2026 Distinction award ceremony at Eastin Grand Phya Thai Hotel in Bangkok.

Practical Results: True Leverages AI to Drive Sustainability Across All Dimensions True Corporation's Top 1% ranking as the world's most sustainable organization in the telecommunications industry reflects not only ESG results but also a business approach philosophy.

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Royal Decree Grants Promotion to Female Police Major General Following Complaint of Unfair Treatment

Following a successful complaint of unfair treatment in promotions, a female police officer, Pol. Lt. Col. Saiyavarin Labhphaiboonpong, has been granted promotion and elevated to the rank of Major General by royal decree. The promotion takes effect October 1, 2568, after the Police Moral Conduct Protection Committee ruled in her favor against the Police Personnel Committee and Police Commissioner.

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By royal decree published in the Royal Gazette on May 12, 2569, the government announced police officer appointments and the conferral of major general ranks. A total of 249 police officers were appointed to positions and 100 were granted major general ranks effective October 1, 2568.

This action followed a ruling by the Police Moral Conduct Protection Committee dated August 15, 2568 on a complaint filed by Pol. Lt. Col. Saiyavarin Labhphaiboonpong against the Police Personnel Committee and Police Commissioner, alleging unfair treatment in the 2567 appointment process. The committee determined that both parties should consider promoting the complainant to a higher position at the Police Hospital in the 2568 appointment round.

The Royal Thai Police subsequently carried out the committee's directive. The Prime Minister's Office then submitted to His Majesty a request to appoint Pol. Lt. Col. Saiyavarin Labhphaiboonpong from Nurse (Level 5) at the Police Hospital to Nurse (Level 6) at the Police Hospital and to confer upon her the rank of Major General, Pol. effective October 1, 2568.

His Majesty has graciously approved the appointment and the conferral of major general rank as recommended.

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LEEHI Announces First Solo Concert in Thailand, Sets Date for August 16 at Sphere Hall

South Korean singer LEEHI is bringing her "&CO INTERNATIONAL TOUR" to Thailand for her first solo concert on August 16 at Sphere Hall, EmSphere. The acclaimed vocalist, known for hits like "Red Lipstick" and "ONLY," will perform tracks from her 14-year career spanning soul to R&B. Ticket pre-sales begin May 28 through Live Nation Thailand, with general sales starting May 29.

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South Korean singer-songwriter LEEHI, known for her powerful vocals, has announced her "&CO INTERNATIONAL TOUR" across Asia and Australia, launching this August. Thai fans can catch her first solo concert in the country on Sunday, August 16 at Sphere Hall, EmSphere, following the release of her latest single "You & Me" featuring DOK2 in March.

LEEHI launched her music career in 2012 under YG Entertainment with her debut single "1,2,3,4." Over her 14-year career, she has released numerous albums including First Love, SEOULITE, and 24˚C, establishing herself as a distinctive vocal artist in the K-pop industry. In 2020, she released hit singles "HOLO" and "For You" under AOMG, followed by the successful album "4 ONLY," cementing her status as one of South Korea's leading female vocalists.

In 2025, LEEHI released her latest single "You & Me" (featuring DOK2) under 808 Hi, marking her evolution from soul to R&B while maintaining her signature artistic identity. Fans attending the Bangkok concert can expect to hear her greatest hits including "Red Lipstick," "ONLY," "BREATH," "My Love," and "For You."

Ticket pre-sales through Live Nation Thailand (livenationtero.co.th) begin Thursday, May 28 from 12:00 PM to 10:00 PM, with general public sales opening Friday, May 29 at 12:00 PM via ticketmaster.co.th.

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BMA faces 1.3 billion baht Chatuchak debt as appeal continues

The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration faces a 1.338 billion baht debt to the State Railway of Thailand for unpaid land rental fees at the Chatuchak Weekend Market, with the case currently under appeal. Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt confirmed the BMA has sufficient budget reserves to settle the debt and is seeking interest relief, while planning to eventually return market management to the railway agency. The administration is also working to improve the market's financial operations and vendor collections ahead of potential legal resolution and future handover.

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BANGKOK — 13 May 2026, the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) said it is continuing efforts to manage debt obligations and oversee operations at the Chatuchak Weekend Market, with outstanding payments owed to the State Railway of Thailand totalling 1.338 billion baht in unpaid land rental fees.

According to a source at Bangkok City Hall, the amount includes 672 million baht under a court ruling, consisting of 605.7 million baht in principal rent covering a period of three years, six months and 27 days, along with 66.4 million baht in interest calculated up to the filing date of 27 June 2022.

The BMA also faces additional interest charges of 5 percent on the principal amount, totalling 101.3 million baht, calculated from 27 June 2022 to 31 October 2025, as well as monthly compensation payments of 14.1 million baht from 1 July 2022 to 31 October 2025, amounting to another 564.7 million baht over three years and four months.

Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt said the administration maintains the principle that debts must be repaid once fair and accurate figures are agreed upon. He said the BMA has sufficient budget reserves, but the case remains under appeal as officials seek clarification on the final amount and request relief from interest accrued during the COVID-19 crisis.

Chadchart also said the BMA plans to return management of the market to the State Railway of Thailand, citing the administration's lack of expertise in market operations. He added that the railway agency or the government could further develop the site into a "soft power gateway" to strengthen tourism in the future.

Earlier this year, BMA executives inspected the market to accelerate collection of overdue payments from vendors and improve the market's financial management system ahead of a legal resolution and any future handover or new operating agreement.

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Thai PM Dismisses AI-Generated Cambodia Border Clip, Reaffirms MOU 44 Cancellation

Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul dismissed a viral audio clip about reopening Cambodia border crossings as an AI fabrication and confirmed Thailand's unilateral cancellation of the 2001 maritime MOU 44. He stated that no border reopenings are planned and that Thailand has already notified Cambodia of its decision, with both countries pursuing separate dispute resolution frameworks. The PM also addressed concerns about detained Thai nationals, hoping Cambodia would apply the same humanitarian principles Thailand has historically used for detained Cambodians.

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BANGKOK — On May 13, 2026, Thai Prime Minister and Interior Minister Anutin Charnvirakul dismissed a viral audio clip circulating on social media as an AI-generated fabrication, firmly stating that no border crossings with Cambodia would be reopened.

Speaking at 11:00 AM at Military Air Terminal 2, Wing 6 at Don Mueang Airport in Bangkok, Anutin told reporters the clip was entirely fake. "That is clearly AI. I do not speak that well," he said. "Do not believe it. The methods being used are becoming more inappropriate every day. It is completely unreliable. I never said it, and there will definitely be no reopening of the border."

His comments addressed tensions between Thailand and Cambodia following Thailand's cancellation of the 2001 maritime memorandum of understanding (MOU 44), which addresses overlapping maritime claims. When asked about posts from Cambodian Senate President Hun Sen urging Cambodia to halt bilateral maritime negotiations with Thailand, Anutin emphasized that Thailand acted unilaterally in canceling the agreement without requiring permission or consultation.

Anutin noted he had already informed Cambodia's prime minister of Thailand's decision during an ASEAN meeting in Cebu, Philippines, the previous week. Hun Sen acknowledged the decision, expressed disappointment, but maintained composure. According to Anutin, both countries agreed on their respective dispute resolution approaches—Cambodia would pursue compulsory conciliation mechanisms while Thailand would operate under the UN Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS). No format for future negotiations has been established, and Thailand is not rushing the process.

On the matter of Thai nationals reportedly detained by Cambodian soldiers, Anutin said Thai authorities were providing assistance. He noted that such incidents have historically been minor, often involving Cambodian citizens unintentionally crossing the border while fishing or through natural routes. When investigations determined they posed no security threat, authorities typically returned them. He expressed hope the same principle would apply to Thai citizens if they had not violated Cambodian law, urging that ordinary citizens not become caught between government disputes.

Regarding border security infrastructure, Anutin said the government had already approved funding for additional barriers and delegated implementation to security agencies responsible for different frontier sections, including the army, navy, and armed forces headquarters.

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Albrecht Weinberg, a Holocaust survivor who returned to Germany in his 80s, dies at 101

Albrecht Weinberg, a Holocaust survivor who spent his final decades bearing witness to Nazi atrocities, has died at age 101 in his native northwestern Germany. Weinberg survived multiple concentration camps and death marches before returning from New York 14 years ago to dedicate himself to educating younger generations about the Holocaust. His death marks the loss of an important historical witness who spent decades warning against forgetting the past and stood firmly against those who would repeat history's mistakes.

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BERLIN (AP) — Albrecht Weinberg, who survived several Nazi concentration and death camps and lost most of his family in the Holocaust before returning to Germany in his 80s, has died at the age of 101, authorities in his home region said Tuesday.

Weinberg died in Leer, in northwestern Germany, weeks after he marked his birthday and the premiere of a film about his life, "Es ist immer in meinem Kopf" ("It is always in my head"), attended by hundreds of guests, the city said in a statement.

"Since returning from New York to his East Frisian home 14 years ago, Albrecht recounted tirelessly and with incredible energy his terrible experiences during the Nazi era and warned again and again against forgetting," Mayor Claus-Peter Horst said.

Weinberg, who was born in Rhauderfehn, near Leer, on March 7, 1925, survived incarceration at the Auschwitz, Mittelbau-Dora and Bergen-Belsen camps as well as three death marches at the end of World War II. He spent years teaching high school students and others about the atrocities he had to live through.

Speaking last year, Weinberg said the memories of his wartime experiences still haunted him. "I sleep with it, I wake up with it, I sweat, I have nightmares; that is my present," he said.

He said he worried what would happen when he was no longer around to bear witness.

"When my generation is not in this world anymore, when we disappear from the world, then the next generation can only read it out of the book," he said.

Weinberg was awarded Germany's Order of Merit in 2017 but handed it back last year in protest at a parliamentary vote in which a motion put forward by Friedrich Merz, now the country's chancellor, calling for many more migrants to be turned back at Germany's borders passed with the help of a far-right party.

Israel's ambassador to Germany, Ron Prosor, said in a post on X that he had got to know Weinberg well and paid tribute to him as "a bridge — between past and present, between pain and hope, between the dead he could never forget and the young people whom he encouraged to seek the truth."

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Middle East Crisis Hits Calbee: Japanese Snack Giant Switches to Black and White Packaging

Japanese snack maker Calbee is switching 14 products from colorful to black and white packaging starting May 25, citing supply chain disruptions and rising costs caused by Middle East tensions. The move aims to conserve oil-related materials and stabilize production amid volatile raw material prices and shipping costs. Other Japanese food manufacturers are reportedly considering similar packaging simplifications in response to global supply chain pressures.

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Japanese snack manufacturer Calbee has announced a shift from colorful to black and white packaging for some of its products due to surging costs caused by Middle East tensions. On May 12, Calbee revealed that starting May 25, the company will change packaging for 14 products, including bestsellers like Potato Chips and Kappa Ebisen, to black and white designs to conserve oil-related materials. Packages will carry a message stating "package to save oil-related materials" to inform consumers of the reason behind the change. The company cited ongoing uncertainties in procuring printing ink and materials due to Middle East tensions, which have caused fluctuating raw material costs and shipping expenses. Calbee decided to simplify packaging to maintain stability in production and distribution. Before announcing the measure, Calbee executives met with Japan's Ministry of Agriculture to explain the packaging changes. The ministry agreed to cooperate with relevant agencies in consulting on petroleum product procurement for the food industry. Other major Japanese food processor Itoham Yonekyu Holdings is also reportedly considering similar packaging simplification. Japanese food packaging and printing ink industry groups have disclosed that many manufacturers are limiting shipments or postponing deliveries as raw material costs continue rising due to current global conditions. Japan is allocating 10 billion dollars to help Asia cope with the oil price crisis triggered by the Iran conflict.

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Prichardr Accuses Anutin of Insincerity on Constitutional Reform, Warns Against Public Sentiment, Demands Clear Roadmap

Prichardr from the Pheu Thai party criticized Prime Minister Anutin for lacking genuine commitment to constitutional reform, arguing the government cannot escape responsibility to implement the referendum mandate. He warned that the government's inaction on constitutional amendments while benefiting from the 2017 Constitution poses a risk to public sentiment and called for a clear roadmap on the government's intentions.

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On May 13, 2025 at 2:20 PM, Prichardr Wachrasindu, Pheu Thai party list MP and deputy party leader, criticized Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul for failing to advance constitutional reform. Anutin claimed that referendum results don't bind the original draft constitutional amendment pending in parliament, but Prichardr argued this demonstrates government insincerity. He contended that the PM and cabinet cannot escape responsibility since the referendum results are a binding public mandate on all institutions. Though parliament initiates constitutional amendments, the cabinet can endorse the existing draft or propose a new one for parliamentary consideration.

Prichardr noted the cabinet and ruling coalition aren't clearly separated, as Anutin heads Bhumjaithai, the largest party in parliament. The referendum itself resulted from a previous cabinet resolution barely different from the current one. He observed that the government faces two options: approve the pending draft amendment by Bhumjaithai and Pheu Thai, or if rejecting it, provide a clear roadmap with reasons and a timeline for a new proposal. Instead, Prichardr said the government does neither, reflecting insincerity.

He warned the PM to mind public sentiment and speculated whether Anutin and Bhumjaithai benefit from the 2017 Constitution's provisions—particularly the Senate selection mechanism—making them reluctant to reform it. Though referendums don't bind particular drafts, they mandate constitutional amendment by all institutions. Prichardr criticized the PM's inaction as the primary concern.

When asked about Nikhom Chamnong (Bhumjaithai list MP) suggesting economic problems take priority over constitutional reform, Prichardr countered that all national problems need simultaneous solutions. A capable government should handle multiple issues. Constitutional reform can proceed alongside economic fixes, he argued, since the current charter fails to prevent corruption, draining national resources. He also questioned how anyone knows this won't be a late-term government move, given uncertainty about government longevity.

Prichardr reiterated his observation that Anutin's apparent insincerity suggests the government benefits from the 2017 Constitution and thus resists change.

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Bangkok Airways Reports Net Profit Exceeding 2 Billion Baht, Up 24.5% with 1.2 Million Passengers

Bangkok Airways reported strong first-quarter 2025 results with net profit of 2,099.2 million baht, up 24.5% year-over-year, despite reducing passenger capacity by 11.8% due to operational adjustments and Middle Eastern geopolitical tensions. The airline served 1.2 million passengers while maintaining an 86.2% load factor, demonstrating effective cost management with a 10.4% increase in operating profit. The company announced a new sustainability-focused corporate vision and is preparing enhanced disclosure of sustainability metrics under international standards.

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Bangkok Airways announced first-quarter 2025 financial results with revenue of 7,906 million baht and net profit of 2,099.2 million baht, representing a 24.5% increase year-over-year, with 1.2 million passengers carried.

CEO Puthipong Prasattong-osoth disclosed that in the first quarter of 2025, the airline reduced passenger capacity by 11.8% through flight reductions on Bangkok-Phnom Penh routes and service suspensions on Bangkok-Lampang and Lampang-Mae Hong Son routes. The company focused on optimal network management balancing travel demand with seat capacity constraints amid significantly elevated operational costs from Middle Eastern geopolitical tensions that began in late February.

These factors resulted in 1.2 million passengers in Q1 2025, down 5.2% compared to the same period last year, while load factor improved to 86.2%, up 4.7 points. Average ticket prices remained stable at 4,469.7 baht compared to the prior year.

Operating profit reached 2,586.6 million baht, up 242.9 million baht or 10.4% year-over-year, driven primarily by cost management with total expenses declining 6.2%, particularly in fuel consumption and aircraft leasing costs.

Total revenue comprised passenger ticket revenue at 68.6%, airport-related business revenue at 20.8%, and airport business revenue at 2.3%.

"Net profit reached 2,099.2 million baht, up 24.5% year-over-year, with shareholders' profit at 2,091.0 million baht and earnings per share of 1.01 baht, reflecting our efforts to control expenses amid economic and geopolitical volatility," Puthipong added.

Bangkok Airways unveiled a new corporate vision: "Leading Aviation with Responsibility, Delivering Services with Sustainability," to guide long-term business development through integrated aviation operations and responsible practices.

The airline's environmental initiatives under the "Low Carbon Skies by Bangkok Airways" program were selected for inclusion in Thailand's Best Practices and Lessons Learned in Development (Vol.2), published by the International Cooperation Department, highlighting the company's commitment to environmentally integrated business practices.

On corporate governance, the company conducted PDPA in Practice Knowledge Sharing activities to enhance internal understanding of personal data protection compliance, particularly regarding data processing in operational contexts, while promoting knowledge exchange on best practices.

The airline reviewed and announced its 2025 Business Continuity Management policy to strengthen preparedness for crises and unforeseen events that could impact operations.

Additionally, the company is preparing to disclose sustainability information according to IFRS S1 and IFRS S2 standards to ensure comprehensive, transparent disclosure linked to financial performance.

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Surprising! Chinese School Has Teenagers Carry Baby Dolls to Foster Gratitude and Improve Behavior

A special education school in Suzhou, China has drawn criticism for requiring troubled teenagers to carry and care for baby dolls as part of a teaching program aimed at fostering gratitude and understanding parental responsibilities. Students carry the dolls throughout the day and must simulate childcare duties, including feeding and nighttime care. The unconventional method has sparked heated online debate, with supporters viewing it as a way to teach patience and responsibility, while critics question its long-term psychological effects.

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Does it actually work? A special education school in China is using baby dolls as a teaching tool for problem students, aiming to cultivate gratitude and help them understand the burden parents face.

A special education school in eastern China has faced heavy criticism after implementing an unusual teaching approach with troubled teenagers, requiring them to carry baby dolls throughout the school day as a lesson in gratitude and understanding of parental responsibility.

The school in question is Yuanzhong Special Education School, located in Suzhou, Jiangsu Province. It admits teenagers with aggressive behavior, lack of academic motivation, online gaming addiction, emotional instability, or early romantic relationship problems.

After videos of the program were shared on social media, they showed students carrying dolls on their backs during classes and holding them during lunch breaks, creating a viral trend and sparking widespread online debate.

One teacher posted that all students must "care for their own child" for one week, taking responsibility for feeding, sleeping arrangements, and nighttime needs to understand the true role of parenthood.

In another video, students were shown walking unsteadily while carrying 2.5-kilogram dolls to simulate the experience of teaching a toddler to walk. Some students reported that walking just one kilometer left them exhausted and gave them greater appreciation for parents' struggles.

School Principal Tu explained that the approach is part of teaching gratitude, allowing students to experience childcare responsibilities and understand the hardships of motherhood and families. He confirmed that some parents support the method.

However, online responses are mixed. Some view it as "a way to train patience and responsibility," while others see it as "strange and potentially damaging to children's long-term attitudes, even discouraging some from wanting children of their own."

China's special education and youth behavior correction centers remain controversial regarding control methods and care standards. Many charge steep fees of 8,000-20,000 yuan (approximately 39,000-96,000 baht) monthly and operate under closed, quasi-military management systems, raising questions about China's approach to addressing at-risk youth behavior problems.

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Lao Lottery Today - May 13, 2569 Results: Latest Pattana Lottery Prize Check

The Lao government lottery, known as the Pattana Lottery, held its draw on May 13, 2569, with results released in multiple prize categories including 6-digit, 5-digit, and various trailing digit combinations. Prize payouts follow a multiplier system ranging from 60 times for 2-digit matches to 6,000 times for 4-digit matches, with live broadcasts conducted every weekday at 8:00 PM Thailand time via Lao National Television.

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Lao Lottery Today - May 13, 2569: Latest Pattana Lottery Results and Prize Check

Here is the summary of the Lao government lottery results, officially called the Pattana Lottery and overseen by the Lao Ministry of Finance, for the latest draw on May 13, 2569. All prize categories are as follows:

6-digit prize: XXXXXX 5-digit prize: XXXXX Last 4 digits: XXXX Last 3 digits: XXX Last 2 digits: XX

Pattana Lottery 5/45 Results for May 13, 2569 For the 5/45 format lottery draw, the winning numbers are: XX, XX, XX, XX, XX

Lao Lottery Prize Rates and Reward Calculation Methods When checking the Lao lottery, buyers can calculate their winnings based on their purchase amount (in Lao kip) as follows:

4 digits: 6,000 times the wager (for example, buying 1,000 kip wins 6,000,000 kip) 3 digits: 500 times the wager (for example, buying 1,000 kip wins 500,000 kip) 2 digits: 60 times the wager (for example, buying 1,000 kip wins 60,000 kip)

Understanding the Lao Lottery, or "Pattana Lottery": What Is It? What Time Are Results Released? The Lao Lottery, officially called the Pattana Lottery, is operated by the Pattana Lottery State Enterprise under the supervision of the Lao Ministry of Finance. It is a legally recognized government lottery of Laos.

Lao Lottery Schedule and Viewing Channels Draw Days: Monday through Friday, with the 5/45 format drawn on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays Time: Live broadcast begins at 8:00 PM Thailand time Channels: Lao National Radio Station and Lao National Television (LNTV) Channel 1

How to Check the Lao Lottery: 6-digit, Last 4-digit, Dream Interpretation, and Animal Name Numbers The Lao lottery draw system begins with a single 6-digit drawing, but results can be broken down into multiple prize categories based on regional popularity. The most common use is the last 4-digit results. Additionally, there are dream interpretation lottery (4/40) and animal name number lottery, which are unique features of gambling in Laos.

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