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Economy

Laos Sets Sights on Becoming Asia’s Gold Trading Powerhouse

Laos has set a big goal: to become the main center for buying, selling, and processing gold in Asia within the next five years. At a high-profile meeting on 02 May, the Lao Bullion Bank (LBB) presented its ambitious strategy to position the country as a regional leader in precious...

Laos Begins Transition to Underground Power, Communication Cables

Laos has launched a new infrastructure project aimed at relocating internet, communication, and low-voltage...

Renovation of Vientiane’s Sithong Road to Be Completed by Year-End

Vientiane’s popular Sithong Road, connecting Route 13 North and ASEAN Road, is undergoing a...

United Nations Rights Review Applauds Laos’ Engagement but Flags Deep Concerns

On 29 April, the United Nations Human Rights Council commended Laos for collaborative participation...

Celebrating 15 Years of Success: Nam Theun 2 Gala Dinner

On 30 April, Nam Theun 2 Power Company celebrated its 15th anniversary of operation...

Vang Vieng Criticized for Unscrupulous Price Gouging

A sudden influx of international visitors to the tourist town of Vang Vieng has seen food and accommodation prices skyrocket, with many calling for...

Laos to Produce More Fertilizer and Animal Feed Amid Supply Chain Turmoil

The government of Laos is urging private companies to invest in the manufacturing of fertilizer and animal feed in response to global supply chain...

Laos Passport Office Admits Delays, Denies Corruption Claims

Residents in Laos have complained of long queues while lodging passport applications, as well as widespread corruption involving brokers. The Consular Department, under the Ministry...

Northeast Thailand Feels the Pinch Amid Slow Return of Shoppers from Laos

Businesses in northeastern Thailand have noted that cross-border trade has been slow to recover following the reopening of borders with Laos, with improved domestic...

Nam Theun 1 Power Company Issues Statement on Leak Rumors

The Nam Theun 1 Power Company has issued a statement in response to concerns by residents in Laos regarding seepage near the dam wall. Photographs...

MEM and the Carbon Trust Promote Energy Efficiency As Campaign in Laos

The Ministry of Energy and Mines (MEM) and the Carbon Trust, an international climate consultancy, have joined forces to raise awareness of energy efficiency...