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Laos Targets Over 43 Million Tourists By 2030

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Laos aims to attract more than 43 million tourists between 2026 and 2030, Minister of Culture and Tourism Suansavanh Viyaket announced at the Party Congress on 25 September. 

The target includes 21 million domestic and 22 million international visitors, with an expected revenue of USD 13 billion.

To reach these goals, the Ministry plans to upgrade and expand infrastructure at key destinations, develop new attractions, and enhance facilities along major tourism routes that connect provinces and neighboring countries.

The strategy also emphasizes improving the quality of tourist sites through partnerships between the government, local businesses, and communities. A major focus is on building the skills and capacity of tourism personnel.

In the short term, Laos is aiming to welcome 4.3 million international visitors by the end of 2025.

In the first eight months of the year, the country has welcomed over 3 million visitors, a 15 percent increase compared to the same period of last year.

According to the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), Laos ranked 13th among the world’s fastest-growing tourism destinations in 2024, underscoring the sector’s strong growth and potential.

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