East Asia and Pacific has led in economic growth, but to sustain momentum and create jobs, countries must address global uncertainties. Key challenges include shifting global integration, climate change, and demographic trends.
According to the World Bank Group’s latest 2025 Regional Economic Update , it is expected to slow to...
The World Bank has recommended that Vietnam adopt a 155 percent special consumption tax on alcoholic beverages, warning that the country's rising alcohol-related deaths...
The Vietnamese government is actively seeking solutions to enhance coal trade cooperation with Laos, addressing the challenges in the current coal trade between the...
Laos took center stage in regional diplomacy during the 57th ASEAN Foreign Ministers' Meeting (AMM) from 24-27 July. Throughout the event, Lao and regional...
The Mekong River Commission (MRC) has officially announced the Republic of Korea (ROK) as its newest Development Partner. In a move towards enhancing regional...
Vientiane recently hosted the 57th ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Meeting (AMM) and other related gatherings. From 24-27 July, the event, led by Laos' Deputy Prime...