Lao inflation rises to 6.2 percent in February, up from 5.1 percent in January 2026

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Lao inflation rises to 6.2 percent in February, up from 5.1 percent in January 2026

Increased domestic demand and higher energy costs, including fuel prices, were the main factors driving inflation in February 2026, according to a report released...

Laos is accelerating its transition to clean energy.

In an effort to strengthen its energy sector, Laos is accelerating its transition to clean energy with the goal of achieving sustainable progress. A report...

Lao Leader Sends Message of Congratulations to Brunei on 42nd National Day

On February 23, 2026, the President of the Lao PDR, Mr. Thongloun Sisoulith, sent a message of congratulations to His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal...

Lao Airlines Reopens Direct Route Between Vientiane and Da Nang

Lao Airlines confirmed this week that it will resume flights connecting the Lao capital Vientiane with Da Nang, a coastal city in central Vietnam. The...

Laos records 202 mln USD trade surplus in January 2026

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