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Economy

Inflation in Laos Eases to 4 Percent in October

The cost of living in Laos continues to rise, with new data from the Laos Statistic Bureau showing that inflation reached four percent in October, down from 4.5 percent in September. To track inflation, experts use the Consumer Price Index, or CPI, which is like a shopping basket including the...

Houaphanh Kicks Off Radio & TV Station Project With Support From Vietnam

On 27 October, Houaphanh Province launched the construction of its new provincial radio and...

Bank of Laos Targets Stronger Oversight, Digital Banking, Regional Connectivity in New Five-Year Strategy

The Bank of Laos (BOL) has unveiled a new five-year plan (2026–2030) aimed at...

Vang Vieng Under Review for ASEAN Clean Tourist City Award

Vang Vieng, one of Laos’ most popular tourist destinations, is under evaluation for the...

Lao Green Business Forum 2025 sets vision for Laos as ASEAN’s future Green Business Hub

The Lao Green Business Forum 2025 marked a pivotal step in Laos’s journey toward...

Number of Japanese Investors in Laos Surges As Country Integrates With Region

MORE AND more Japanese companies are investing in Laos given that the country is integrating with the region and the world and is improving...