Politics

International Monetary Fund Says Laos Economy Stabilizing but Risks Remain

Laos has made progress in stabilizing its economy after a period of high inflation and exchange rate pressure, but significant risks remain, according to the International Monetary Fund (IMF). In its 2025 Laos report, the IMF noted that tighter monetary and fiscal policies introduced in the second half of 2024...

Fuel Prices Surge in Laos as Middle East Conflict Pushes Up Global Oil Costs

Fuel prices across Laos surged sharply on 6 March following turbulence in global oil...

Laos Assists South Korea in Arrest of 14 Suspects Linked to Overseas Fraud Network

Lao security forces assisted South Korean authorities in arresting 14 Korean nationals operating an...

Fifth Lao-Thai Friendship Bridge Generates LAK 47.5 Billion in First Month of Operation

The 5th Lao-Thai Friendship Bridge, which officially opened on 27 December 2025, generated more...

Laos, China Boost Oversight of Key Projects Ahead of 65th Anniversary

Laos and China are ramping up the monitoring of key infrastructure and energy projects...

Laos and Cambodia to Build Friendship Bridge Across Xelamphao River

Laos and Cambodia are to build a bridge crossing the Xelamphao River, connecting Champasack, Laos with Preah Vihear Province, Cambodia. Minister of Foreign Affairs Saleumxay...

Laos and Australia Celebrate 65 Years of Diplomatic Relations

Laos and Australia celebrated 65 years of diplomatic relations on Thursday at the Australian Embassy in Vientiane Capital. The close ties between Laos and Australia,...

Laos Helps Thailand Suppress Anti-Regime Groups

Deputy Prime Minister and Defense Minister Prawit Wongsuwon said Wednesday the Thai government is in talks with Laos regarding collaboration on suppressing Thai political...

An Interview with Thongloun Sisoulith, Prime Minister of Laos

A senior news reporter from Thailand, Mr Suthichai Yoon, released a frank and interesting video interview with Dr Thongloun Sisoulith, Prime Minister of Laos....

The Trump Presidency And Its Implications for Laos

The Trump era has begun.  What does this mean for the famed Pivot to Asia? Could this turn the tide on US relations? And...

Lao Leaders’ Luxury Cars to be Auctioned Next Month

Lao leaders’ luxury cars are expected to be auctioned next month. The first auction will see bidding on six BMW 7 Series vehicles, and five...