Laos’ inflation rate reached 7.7 percent in August, a slight increase from 7.6 percent in July, while average inflation for the first eight months of the year stood at 7.9 percent.
Housing, water supply, electricity and cooking fuel recorded the largest increase, rising 30.2 percent from the same period last...
Hotels and restaurants in Laos have upgraded their standards to provide an even better service for tourists during high season, says an industry representative....