Thailand Post and Lao Post have jointly strengthened e-commerce and cross-border trade to drive digital economy connectivity across Thailand, Laos and China.
Laos prioritises agriculture to boost economy, community livelihoods
VIENTIANE: Laos continues to boost agricultural production by promoting modern techniques, quality standards, and sustainable practices, aiming to strengthen the economy and community livelihoods.
Lao government sets priorities to drive socio-economic progress
VIENTIANE: The Lao government has convened a high-level meeting to discuss priorities for the country’s socio-economic development plan, to support Laos’ graduation from Least Developed Country (LDC) …
IMF Warns Laos: Economic Gains Improve, but a Crisis Could ‘Explode’ at Any Time
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has issued a stark warning to Laos, stating that despite improving macroeconomic …
BCEL moves towards IFRS implementation, a new era for financial reporting in Laos
International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). The signing ceremony, held on October 27, marks a pivotal moment in the bank’s commitment to enhancing financial transparency and accountability.
Ohio town rallies around man who faces deportation to Laos after 40 years in the U.S.
His family says his case shows how good people who contribute to society are getting swept up even as the Trump administration says it is targeting “the worst of the worst” in immigration enforcement.
Laos uncovers widespread state corruption, records billions in losses over five years, says financial officer
VIENTIANE (Laotian Times): Laos has uncovered widespread corruption cases nationwide over the past five years, identifying 334 individuals implicated in financial misconduct between 2021 and 2025, …
Pancake Laos system to elevate business to international standards
Pancake Laos system to elevate business to international standards. The Buber Connect Company launched the Pancake Laos system at the Don Chan Palace Hotel in Vientiane on Novembe …
Business support crucial for Laos to join the AEC and lock in growth
The accession of Laos to the World Trade Organization in 2013 was the latest in a series of steps towards achieving economic integration. The next milestone in its integration agenda is the …
Tucson physical therapist deported to Laos after multiple, ‘chaotic’ flights
A longtime Tucson physical therapist has been deported to Laos after spending three months at the Eloy Detention Center.