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Socio-Economic Development

EssilorLuxottica Expands in Laos with New High-Capacity Lens Facility

EssilorLuxottica, a global leader in the design, production, and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, optical equipment, and eyewear, including both prescription and sunwear, has strengthened its presence in the Asia-Pacific region with the opening of a new facility in Laos. On 11 June, the company inaugurated its second manufacturing site under...

Laos Targets Five Percent Annual Growth by 2030 Amid Economic Reforms

The Lao government has unveiled an ambitious strategy aimed at boosting national growth and...

Fake Facebook News Pages in Laos Mimic Real Media to Lure Victims in Online Scams

At first glance, everything looks real, the familiar logo, the breaking news post, the...

Vientiane, Kunming Hospitals Partner to Boost Cardiac Care in Laos

On 26 May, Mahosot Hospital in Vientiane Capital renewed its partnership with Fuwai Cardiovascular...

Laos Economy Shows Signs of Recovery Amid Fiscal Pressures

Laos’ economy is showing signs of recovery amidst a debt repayment peak, persistent inflation,...

Laos Explores Rare Earth Token Project to Boost Economy

The Lao government is exploring the possibility of launching a pilot rare earth token project to generate more foreign currency and bolster the country's...

Laos, Australia Ink Agreement on Human Rights Cooperation

In a significant stride towards promoting and safeguarding human rights, the Australian Human Rights Commission has inked an agreement with the Lao Government and...

Laos to Develop E-Commerce Policies, Strategies for Local Enterprises

Recognizing the surging trend of online sales in Laos, the government has designated the strengthening of e-commerce as a key strategic development goal for...

Laos Navigates Mid-Range in Sustainable Competitiveness Journey

In the ever-evolving landscape of sustainable development, the Global Sustainable Competitiveness Index (GSCI) serves as a compass, guiding nations towards a balanced and eco-friendly...

Laos Sets Targets in 5-Year Energy, Mines Development Plan

Accurate resource assessment is key to effectively managing rare mineral resources, said the Minister of Energy and Mines, Phoxay Sayasone, at the 6th Ordinary...

Stricter Fiscal Management, Tighter Monetary Policy Key to Sustainable Growth

PRESS RELEASE by ASEAN+3 Macroeconomic Research Office (AMRO) Laos' economy is expected to maintain its recovery from the COVID-19-pandemic in 2023. But currency depreciation and...