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VIENTIANE (Xinhua): High inflation in Laos has forced many families to cut spending on food, health and education to ensure their income keeps pace with the rising cost of living in the country.

VIENTIANE, Oct. 24 (Xinhua) -- The Lao government's Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) Promotion Fund has injected 152 billion kip (some 7.3 million U.S. dollars) in financing for SMEs through commercial banks to mitigate the

Before the railway opened, the only public transportation between Vientiane and Luang Prabang was by bu…

The project to construct a route to a Vietnamese seaport is expected to be completed by 2028.

Permanent Vice Chairman of the Vietnam Fatherland Front (VFF) Committee of Ho Chi Minh City Nguyen Thanh Trung held a working session with Vice President of the Lao Front for National Construction (LFNC) Central Committee Ot Phongsavanh in Ho Chi Minh City on October 23.

The Ministry of Transport accepted a joint venture’s proposal on developing Vũng Áng – Tân Ấp – Mụ Giạ railway project under the form of Public-Private Partnership (PPP).

Laos, a country renowned for its natural beauty and cultural heritage, harbors a secret treasure for adventurous travelers – the Bolaven Plateau. This destination offers a unique and mysterious experience that transcends the ordinary. Its lush green landscapes, cascading waterfalls, and serene coffee plantations weave a tapestry of wonder for those who venture into this… Continue reading Journey Into The Hidden Paradise: Exploring The Mysteries of Laos’ Bolaven Plateau

Cold storage express services begin on China-Laos and China-Vietnam railways

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has maintained the economic growth forecast for Laos at 4 percent next year, but inflation remains key challenge.

VIENTIANE, Laos (THE WASHINGTON POST) – Laos’ economy is in distress. Inflation rose to more than 41 per cent at its peak this spring. The Laotian kip has depreciated more than 43 per cent against the US dollar. In a country where virtually everything is imported, the statistics translate into sacrifice: farmers who can no […]