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Socio-Economic Development

Laos, Republic of Korea Celebrate 30 Years of Diplomatic Relations with Launch of Lao Digital Park

Laos and the Republic of Korea (ROK) are celebrating 30 years of diplomatic relations by launching the Lao Digital Park Project, a landmark initiative that highlights the deepening of bilateral ties and the shift toward digital cooperation. Diplomatic relations between Laos and South Korea were formally established on 25 October...

Inflation in Laos Eases to 4 Percent in October

The cost of living in Laos continues to rise, with new data from the...

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...

Attapeu Approves Xekaman 1 Dam Tourism Development Project

Attapeu Province is taking a major step to expand its tourism sector with the...

Luang Prabang International Airport Set for Major Upgrade Under Public–Private Partnership

Luang Prabang International Airport is set for a major upgrade through a Public–Private Partnership...

ADB Greenlights Dual Funding Initiatives for Sustainable Urban Development in Luang Prabang

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved two funding projects for the sustainable urban development of the Luang Prabang UNESCO World Heritage Site in...

Laos Joins Global Call for Action on Climate, Health Issues at COP28

Laos has joined 122 other countries in endorsing the Declaration on Climate and Health (COP28) at the 28th UN Climate Change Conference in the...

New Lao-Thai Friendship Bridge Project to Be Completed by End of 2024

Construction is currently underway for the 5th Lao-Thai Friendship Bridge Project, with an anticipated completion date set for the end of 2024, according to...

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...