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Lao State Fuel Company Set to Transform into Public–Private Joint Venture

The Lao government is moving to restructure the Lao State Fuel Company (LSFC) into a public–private joint venture as part of its broader overhaul of major state-owned enterprises, according to a report presented to the National Assembly on 13 November. Officials detailed the reform plan during the 10th Ordinary Session...

Thailand to End Tax Exemption on Low-Value Online Imports from January 2026

Thailand is set to eliminate its tax exemption for low-value online purchases starting January...

Lao Government Keeps Majority in Lao Airlines as COMAC Takes 49% Stake

On 10 November, the Lao government confirmed an agreement with the Chinese state-owned aircraft...

National Assembly Advances Dialogue on Sustainable Health Financing in Laos

The National Assembly of Laos has convened the second in a national series of...

ASEAN SOAR Together Empowers MSMEs with Digital Boost at ABIS 2025

On 31 October, the ASEAN Foundation, in partnership with TikTok Shop and the ASEAN...

Analyst: Thai King Death Affects Regional Casino Business

The death, announced on Thursday, of Thailand’s King Bhumibol Adulyadej (pictured) creates “near- and long-term” considerations in relation to the regional casino gaming industry,...

Banks in Laos See Asset Growth Value

The value of assets in the banking sector in Laos could possibly still continue to grow this year, as foreign banks move to open...

Banpu Power Targets Bt13.6 Billion From Upcoming IPO

BANPU POWER has targeted raising up to Bt13.6 billion from its initial public offering (IPO) later this month. The company, whose shares will be...

Japanese Companies Get Big Break in Laos

TOKYO -- Laos' patent authority has decided to recognize patents on technologies that have been granted in Japan. The decision will allow Japanese companies...

InfoSat-Laos DTH Platform on Thaicom

Thaicom – one of Asia’s leading satellite operators – has signed a contract with InfoSat-Laos, DTH) satellite TV operator in Laos- for the launch...

Crowne Plaza Welcomes Booking.com Guests

Situated in Vientiane, Crowne Plaza Vientiane features a fitness centre and massage services. Boasting a business centre, the hotel also provides guests with a...