Economy

Vientiane’s Smart Road Cleaning, Cooling Pilot Project Nears Completion

Vientiane’s Smart Clean-Cooling Road System pilot project has reached 95 percent completion, and contractors expect to finish all work in October, the contractor said. The project is the first of its kind in Laos and a pilot in the center of the capital. The contractor company, Muanglao Development Co., Ltd,...

Laos Inflation Rises to 7.8 Percent in September as Education, Utility Costs Climb

Laos’ inflation rate rose to 7.8 percent in September, up from 7.7 percent in...

African Swine Fever Disrupts Pork Supplies, Beef Prices Rise in Vientiane

The pork shortage is putting pressure on Vientiane’s meat markets as African swine fever...

Corruption Crackdown in Laos’s Attapeu Province Uncovers Millions in Financial Irregularities

Attapeu authorities have detailed five years of corruption investigations and financial irregularities, including a...

Lao Migrant Workers Send Home USD 500 Million in First Seven Months of 2026

Lao migrant workers sent an estimated USD 500.7 million back to Laos during the...

Lao children Pay Homage to Their Teachers Through Art

In a heartwarming display of gratitude, more than 1,000 children from across Laos celebrated their teachers through a showcase of artwork.  Their pictures are displayed...

Laos Commits to Promoting Gender Equality in Healthcare Access, Education

Laos has one of the highest rates of early marriages and teen pregnancies in the region, and government and private institutions are calling for...

South Korea Becomes Alternative Choice for Lao Job Seekers

Laos and South Korea have established a crucial partnership to address Laos' labor shortage.  The deal aims to attract a growing number of Laotian...

Laos-Vietnam Railway Project Officially Approved

A new railway project between Laos and Vietnam is ready to kick off. The train will establish a direct link between the countries and...

France-Laos Economic Forum Celebrates 70 Years of Diplomatic, Business Ties

VIENTIANE, LAOS — As the longstanding diplomatic bond between Laos and France nears its 70th milestone, the international business arena sets its sights on...

Lao Ministry of Industry and Commerce Works to Address Land Port Issues

The Lao Ministry of Industry and Commerce (MOIC) is taking steps to improve the import-export process at land ports across the country. In a meeting...