Economics

Laos, BRICS Women’s Business Alliance Explore Opportunities to Expand Business Cooperation

Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Maithong Thammavongsa met with Anna Nesterova, President of the BRICS Women’s Business Alliance, and her delegation in Vientiane on October 29 to discuss ways to strengthen business cooperation between BRICS and ASEAN, including opportunities for Lao women entrepreneurs.

Economics
Laos and Vietnam Pledge to Deepen Investment Cooperation
10/9/2026 2:32:17 PM
Laos and Vietnam have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral investment cooperation, with leaders of both countries calling for greater private-sector investment and improvements to the business environment.
Economics
Vietnam, Laos seek to expand room for trade, investment cooperation
10/9/2026 10:45:45 AM
(VNA/KPL) he upcoming official visit to Laos by Prime Minister Le Minh Hung is expected to help shape a new phase of cooperation and development between Vietnam and Laos.
Economics
Government Increases Budget for Salaries, Education and Health
10/7/2026 7:47:14 PM
The government has prioritised salary and allowance policies for civil servants, military and police personnel, and retirees, while increasing budget allocations for education and healthcare to improve living conditions and strengthen human resource development.
Economics
Laos Plans to Gradually End Raw Material Exports
10/7/2026 2:36:50 PM
Laos plans to gradually stop exporting raw materials in the coming years as part of efforts to increase domestic processing, retain more economic value within the country and strengthen self-reliance.
Economics
BOL Outlines Measures to Control Inflation and Support Domestic Production
10/7/2026 2:32:47 PM
The Bank of the Lao PDR (BOL) has outlined measures to control inflation, stabilize the Lao kip and promote credit for domestic production as the National Assembly reviews the country's economic and monetary situation.
Economics
Government Moves to Strengthen Revenue Collection from Minerals and Major Projects
10/7/2026 2:22:41 PM
The government plans to strengthen the collection and management of state revenue from mineral resources, land leases and concessions, construction contracts and large-scale projects to ensure national resources contribute more effectively to socio-economic development.
Economics
Vietnam–Laos Product Week opens in Hanoi
10/6/2026 9:22:29 AM
(VNA/KPL) Vietnam–Laos Product Week, themed “Beautiful Champa Flowers,” opened in Hanoi on October 1 as part of the “Vitality of Vietnamese Goods” programme, bringing distinctive products from the two countries closer to consumers while creating opportunities for businesses to expand market links.