Economics5/30/2025 3:10:48 PM
(KPL/VNA)A delegation from the Vietnam National Chemical Group (Vinachem) visited Laos from May 26-29 to accelerate a potassium salt mining and processing plant in the central province of Khammouane, a flagship project symbolising the deepening partnership between the two nations.
Economics5/27/2025 1:49:18 PM
(KPL) The Lao economy is growing, driven by exports of services, electricity, mining, agriculture, and manufacturing, but inflation and labor shortages continue to threaten stability, according to a new report by the World Bank.
Economics5/26/2025 1:35:20 PM
In a significant step toward strengthening regional trade and connectivity, Penang Port Sdn Bhd and Thanaleng Dry Port Co., Ltd. of the Lao People’s Democratic Republic (Lao PDR) signed a Memorandum of Cooperation (MoC) on May 25.
Economics5/26/2025 11:30:04 AM
(KPL/VNA)A hybrid forum on promoting the East-West economic corridor and a trade-tourism fair took place in the Lao southern province of Sekong on May 23, co-organised by the Vietnamese Consulate General in Pakse and Sekong authorities.
Economics5/22/2025 11:07:31 AM
Lao Minister of Industry and Commerce Mr. Malaythong Kommasith, in his capacity as ASEAN Economic Minister for the Lao PDR, led the Lao delegation to participate in the ASEAN Economic Ministers’ Special Dialogue Partner Meetings via video conference on May 20, 2025. The meetings were held at the Ministry of Industry and Commerce in Vientiane.
Economics5/18/2025 9:41:26 PM
The Vietnamese Embassy in Vientiane, in collaboration with business community, organized a singing contest at the National Cultural Hall, Vientiane, on May 16-17 to commemorate the 135th birth anniversary of President Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam’s revered revolutionary leader.
Economics5/15/2025 1:30:43 PM
Inflation in the Lao PDR is eroding living standards and reshaping the job market, according to the latest World Bank Household Monitoring Survey. To cope with rising prices, more people are working, but with wages not keeping up with inflation, workers are turning to self-employment and migration to help support their families.
