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Economy

Laos Uncovers Widespread Corruption, Records Billions in Losses Over Five Years

Laos has uncovered widespread corruption cases nationwide over the past five years, identifying 334 individuals implicated in financial misconduct between 2021 and 2025, with total losses exceeding LAK 642.93 billion (nearly USD 30 million), alongside significant losses in multiple foreign currencies.  Khamphanh Phommathat, President of the State Inspection Authority (SIA),...

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...

EDL-Gen Signs an Agreement to Boost Floating Solar, Carbon Credit Initiatives

On 10 November, Électricité du Laos Generation Public Company (EDL-Gen) signed an agreement with...

National Assembly Calls for Action on Roads, Education, Agriculture

At the 10th Ordinary Session of the 9th National Assembly on 11 November, members...

Construction Begins on National Road No. 2W Upgrade Project Worth USD 10 Million

On 11 November, the Ministry of Public Works and Transport (MPWT) signed a contract...

Nong Khang Airport Sees its First Successful Aircraft Landing

Nong Khang Airport in the Samnuea district of Houaphanh province successfully tested its landing guide system for flights on Wednesday. According to Lao Youth Radio,...

Vientiane Buses to Stop Only at Official Bus Stops From Next Month

The Public bus system in Vientiane Capital is putting policies in place to improve its service and ensure that passengers reach their destinations in...

Thai Tour Operators Seek Clarity Regarding New Tourism Fee

The Tourism and Sports Ministry has delayed the THB 300 tourism fee collection for international visitors from June to September due to implementation issues...

IMF Projects Lao Economy to Grow by 4 percent in 2023

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) predicted that Laos’ economy will grow by 4 percent this year and in 2024, thanks to China reopening its...

Sokxay Group, Dao Coffee Collaborate to Launch New Coffee Brand

The wide-ranging business operation that has branches and cooperation across the country, Sokxay Group, has joined hands with Dao Coffee to increase the coffee...

Southern Bus Station Equipped For Influx of Travelers, says Station Manager

The Southern Bus Station is ready to accommodate an increase in travelers during the Lao New Year holiday from 14-16 April. Souksavath Sisouk, the station...