Lao PDR’s Economic Growth Moderates Amid External Risks
Vientiane: Economic growth in the Lao People's Democratic Republic (Lao PDR) is projected to slow to 4.0% in 2026, down from 4.4% in 2025, before picking up again to 4.5% in 2027, according to the Asian Development Outlook (ADO) April 2026 released to...
Groundbreaking Ceremony Launches Construction for Lao Cai Yun Circular Economy Industrial Zone
Khammouane: A groundbreaking ceremony was held on December 25 to mark the start of infrastructure construction for the Lao Cai Yun Circular Economy Industrial Zone in Khammouane Province. The event was attended by senior officials and invited guests, ...
Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs Extends Congratulations on China’s 76th National Day
Vientiane: On September 29, 2025, Mr. Maithong Thammavongsa, Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs, led a delegation to the Embassy of China in Vientiane to extend congratulations on the occasion of the 76th Anniversary of the Founding of the People's Repu...
ADB Revises Laos’ Growth Down to 3.7 pct for 2025
Vientiane: The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has revised its economic growth projections for Laos downward, pointing to persistent debt vulnerabilities, weak external demand, and ongoing trade tensions as key factors tempering the nation's recovery. In...
3F Lao Sustainable Agriculture Cooperative Creates Jobs and Helps Reduce Poverty
Vientiane: On the sidelines of the VIII Congress of the Vientiane Capital Party Organization, Mr. Khanthong Sipaserd, President of the 3F Lao Sustainable Agriculture Cooperative, told media that the cooperative has the potential to generate employment...
MmoneyX Becomes First E-Wallet to Join Laos’ National Payment Network
Vientiane: Lao Mobile Money's 'MmoneyX' has officially become the first e-wallet to join the Lao National Payment Network (LAPNet), marking a significant milestone in the country's digital financial transformation.
According to Lao News Agency, the a...
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