Economics8/8/2025 9:24:24 AM
(KPL/Xinhua) The China-Laos Railway has transported over 14 million tonnes of import and export goods, amounting to more than 60 billion yuan (about 8.4 billion U.S. dollars), since its opening in December 2021, according to Kunming Customs on Wednesday.
Economics8/4/2025 5:06:49 PM
Planning a getaway in the heart of Vientiane? Hoang Kim Hotel has exciting news for both local and international travelers! To celebrate its recent expansion and renovation, the hotel is offering a 50% discount on all room types—valid until September 30, 2025.
Economics7/19/2025 9:22:04 AM
The 2025 Laos-Vietnam Trade Fair officially opened in Vientiane on July 17, jointly organized by the ministries of industry and trade of both countries.
Speaking at the opening ceremony, Minister of Industry and Commerce Malaythong Kommasith highlighted that the Laos-Vietnam Expo has developed into a national-level trade event that plays a vital role in enhancing the comprehensive cooperation between the governments and peoples of Laos and Vietnam.
Economics7/15/2025 12:23:32 PM
The Steering Committee of the Lao Production Promotion Fund (LPPF) held a meeting over the weekend to strengthen strategies for expanding domestic production and addressing key economic challenges.
Economics7/2/2025 1:49:48 PM
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.
Economics6/23/2025 11:47:22 AM
Redhot peppers from China’s Guizhou Province are now thriving in the fields of Laos, thanks to a cross-border farming partnership that’s heating up more than just kitchens.
Guizhou, located in southwest China, provides premium seeds and know-how, while Luang Namtha in northwestern Laos offers 2,000 hectares of fertile land, ideal for year-round cultivation.
Economics6/17/2025 9:52:58 AM
To advance private sector investment in sectors critical to sustainable economic growth and job creation, the International Finance Corporation (IFC) is partnering with the government of The Lao PDR to improve the legal framework for Public-Private Partnerships (PPP), streamline investment entry and operational procedures, and enhance the overall business environment in the Lao PDR.
