Vietnam has become Laos's second-largest foreign investor, with more than 400 projects worth a combined USD 8 billion approved, according to the Lao Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Vietnam ranks second among 53 countries investing in Laos, behind China, whose investment in the country totals USD 15 billion.
Lao authorities approved six...
By Anoulak Kittikhoun, originally published on Fulcrum Analysis on Southeast Asia
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