Laos' economy is expected to continue expanding this year, even as slower growth and inflation present challenges, according to a global financial institution.
In its latest outlook released on 9 July, the Asian Development Bank (ADB) forecast that Laos’ economic growth will ease this year while inflation surges, driven largely...
Électricité du Laos (EDL) has stepped up a wide-ranging reform program to stabilize its finances and lower electricity costs.
The move also aims to improve...
The Lao government has declared 19 December of every year as Alcoholic Beverages Prohibition Day.
The authorities announced the move on 18 December as they...
Vientiane Capital authorities are preparing a series of flood management measures to reduce recurring flooding, with implementation scheduled before the 2026 rainy season.
Bounyavath Niraxay,...
Japan has committed USD 7 million to enhance Laos’ capacity for disaster prevention and emergency response, a critical step in addressing the country’s vulnerability...
Laos is now among seven countries newly subjected to a full U.S. travel ban, following an announcement by President Donald Trump expanding entry restrictions.
The...
