More adults than ever in low- and middle-income countries now have bank or other financial accounts, leading to a rise in formal saving, according to the World Bank Group’s Global Findex 2025 report.
This momentum in financial inclusion is creating new economic opportunities. Mobile-phone technology played a key role in...
Laos recorded a strong trade surplus of approximately USD 160 million in March, despite a significant rise in imports, according to newly released figures...
On 28 May, the popular taxi application InDrive became suddenly inaccessible to customers and drivers in Laos.
The sudden disruption quickly sparked confusion and concern...
The European Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Laos (ECCIL EuroCham Laos) held its Annual General Meeting on 22 May, at Amari Vientiane.
The event...
Laos’ economy is showing signs of recovery amidst a debt repayment peak, persistent inflation, and structural challenges, the World Bank warns in its latest...