Laos’ inflation rate rose to 7.8 percent in September, up from 7.7 percent in August, with education, utility, and some seasonal costs contributing to the increase, according to the Ministry of Finance.
The latest increase came as the new school year began, with education costs rising 18.8 percent from a...
National Assembly members from various constituencies commented on the government's socio-economic development plan, state budget plan, and monetary plan during the ongoing 5th ordinary...
Lao Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone expressed his commitment toward obtaining halal certification for domestic products during Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's official visit to...
Myanmar’s military government has been cracking down on the unofficial foreign exchange market to prevent further depreciation of Myanmar Kyat (MMK). But amidst all...
Deputy Prime Minister Kikeo Khaykhamphithoune presided over a meeting last week in Luang Prabang on safety concerns regarding major roads in the northern provinces...
The Fifth Ordinary Session of the Lao National Assembly’s (NA) Ninth Legislature, opened on Monday to address the ongoing economic and financial concerns in...
The recent inflation rate published by the Bank of Lao PDR (BOL), shows signs of a weakening economy as year-on-year inflation rises.
The year-on-year inflation...
