July 17, 2026
Lao PDR’s growth is expected to moderate but remain solid at 4.6 percent in 2026 and 4.7 percent in 2027.
June 8, 2026
Developing the domestic government bond market is essential to achieving long-term fiscal sustainability and financial resilience in the Lao PDR.
May 5, 2026
The Singapore bond issuance by the Lao PDR represents a measured step toward rebalancing its public debt profile.
January 15, 2026
To sustain FDI inflows, Lao PDR should target investors seeking diversified regional markets while strengthening its non-tax advantages.
December 5, 2025
A more comprehensive policy package is needed to mitigate seasonal pressures from agricultural exports on the exchange rate of the Lao PDR.
November 6, 2025
Lao PDR’s economy is expected to support continued moderate growth of 4.4 percent in 2025 and 4.2 percent in 2026.
November 6, 2025
The Lao PDR economy continues to post moderate growth, driven by robust performance in the electricity and services sectors.
August 12, 2025
Strengthening market infrastructure, improving transparency, and fostering investor trust will be key to transforming Lao PDR’s bond market.
August 12, 2025
Lao PDR’s economy is expected to grow by 4.4 percent in 2025 and 4.2 percent in 2026.
May 15, 2025
This working paper explores Lao PDR’s remarkable goods export growth from 2010 to 2021 despite its geographical disadvantages as a landlocked country.
