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Economy

New Cross-Border Infrastructure Project to Strengthen Connectivity in Southern Laos

Authorities in Attapeu have officially launched construction of a major infrastructure project designed to improve cross-border transport and stimulate regional economic growth. The initiative includes the construction of a new road and bridge crossing the Xekaman River in Xanxay district, with a total investment of USD 149 million and...

Asian Development Bank Funds USD 41M for Primary Healthcare in Laos

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a USD 41 million financing package to...

Laos Calls for Increased ASEAN Investment in Nature-Based Solutions

Laos is urging ASEAN member states to ramp up investment in Nature-based Solutions (NbS)...

New Incentives for Nature-Based Tourism Investment in Lao Forests

World Bank Laos - A decision announced today by the Lao Ministry of Agriculture...

Laos Signs Agreement to Develop Pumped-Storage Hydropower Project in Sekong

On 1 September, Électricité du Laos Generation Public Company (EDL-Gen) signed an agreement with...

Prudence Foundation, ChildFund Sign MOU to Improve Laos’ Financial Literacy

Prudence Foundation, the community investment arm of Prudential plc in Asia and Africa with ChildFund in Laos on Wednesday signed a Memorandum of Understanding...

Rising Currency Exchange Rates Adversely Impact Vehicle Owners

As the value of Kip depreciates against foreign currencies, especially the US dollar, residents are finding it increasingly difficult to repay the installments on...

Laos Touted as One of the Best Places to Visit in 2023

Curated by the well-known travel magazine, Wanderlust, famous tourist spots in Laos have made it on the list of best places to visit in...

Party Central Committee Promises to Fix Inflation in Laos

The Central Committee of the Lao People’s Revolutionary Party has pledged to get a grip on the rising inflation and other economic difficulties the...

Laos Invites Neighboring Countries to the Trade Fair at That Luang Festival

Vientiane authorities have invited businesses from China, Thailand, and Vietnam to participate in the trade fair, taking place between 4-8 November during the That...

Laos Announces Criteria for Honorary Citizenship to Foreign Nationals

The government of Laos has issued the eligibility requirements for honorary citizenship and special privileges to foreign nationals. A recent decree No.14 issued by the...