Since the Laos-China Railway became operational, more people in Laos have travelled around the country, and to Luang Prabang in particular, with more than 67,000 domestic visitors recorded as having spent time in the tourist hotspot in the first three months of this year. This number is an increase of 74 percent compared to the […]
Read MoreWithin the framework of the forum “Kon Tum Tourism – Potential and Prospects” from April 21 to 24, the People’s Committee of Kon Tum province will hold a ceremony to announce the Plan for Tourism Development in the Cambodia – Laos – Vietnam Development Triangle Area for 2021-2025 with a vision towards 2030. Director of […]
Read MoreThe cost of imported household goods surged by 15-50 percent in April compared to the figure recorded in January, according to a recent study. Conducted by the Ministry of Industry and Commerce, the research paper attributed the price rise to the continuing depreciation of the kip and higher transport costs, triggered by skyrocketing fuel prices. […]
Read MoreSince 2016, the Lao government has lost funds in various currencies totaling USD 732 million to corruption, according to a recent report. The State Inspection Authority said at a meeting held in Oudomxay Province that 3,690 Party members have been disciplined for incidence of corruption since 2016. More than 2,000 of these were expelled, with […]
Read MoreSkyrocketing fuel prices and the continuing depreciation of the kip are ramping up pressure on producers due to soaring production costs, according to a recently unveiled study. Conducted by the Ministry of Industry and Commerce, the research paper stated that the Russia-Ukraine conflict had interrupted the global supply chain, leading to a rise in the […]
Read MoreFreight and passenger transport of all types has dramatically declined and failed to meet targets in recent years because the Covid-19 outbreak has paralysed transportation, an official report has revealed. The government has imposed several lockdowns and widespread travel restrictions since the start of the Covid pandemic in March 2020. The number of people travelling […]
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