On March 28, Laotian media outlets reported that the country is experiencing rising inflationary pressure, with prices increasing sharply during the first quarter of 2026, according to the latest report from the Ministry of Finance.
Category: Laos
Laos delivers aid after rare hailstorm devastates Sikhottabong district
Laos has delivered emergency and humanitarian aid to the inhabitants of the Sikhottabong district in the capital Vientiane following a catastrophic hailstorm disaster on March 22.
Laos faces wage dilemma as inflation squezees households
Rising living costs in Laos are prompting authorities to reconsider the national minimum wage, as households face increasing financial strain.
ASEAN raises alarm over energy concern due to Middle East conflict
ASEAN’s foreign ministers have urged diplomatic and peaceful solutions to the escalating crisis in Middle East, warning that the conflict could drive up energy prices, worsen inflation and threaten food security across the region.
Laos economy stabilises, but high debt remains a key risk
On March 6, Laos has made progress in stabilising its economy after a period of severe inflation and currency pressure, according to the International Monetary Fund (IMF).
Luang Prabang tightens traffic control in UNESCO heritage zone
Luang Prabang authorities have introduced stricter traffic regulations on March 7 in an effort to ease congestion and restore order within the city’s UNESCO World Heritage zone, with fines imposed on motorists who violate the new rules.
Southeast Asia divided in reaction to the Middle East crisis
The US-Israel strikes on Iran, which killed the latter’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and his influential aides on February 28, prompted different reactions across Southeast Asia. While geographically distant, Southeast Asian governments stated concerns, expressed with cautious language, economic anxiety, and, in some countries, blunt condemnation.
Laos holds symbolic elections in pivotal political and economic year
On February 22, Laos held general elections for its 10th National Assembly and 5th Provincial People’s Councils, with 60% of its population—equal to 4,764,384 voters—eligible to vote.
US imposes new tariffs on solar imports from Indonesia and Laos
Solar power contributed significantly to electricity generation at a Texas, recent energy data shows. (Recurrent Energy) The US Department of Commerce released new tariff policies […]
Lao PM: self-reliance central to national economy development
Laos self-reliant economy strategy discussed at government meeting led by Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone in Vientiane. (Pathedlao) On February 24, two days after the country’s […]