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Commerce Ministry cuts Cambodian border trade target by 1%
The Nation Thailand
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August 12, 2025
She said the impact from border checkpoint closures and fighting can be divided into two main areas. 1. Cambodia’s import ban and business adaptation Cambodia has banned the import of only four types of products from Thailand, oil, gas, vegetables...
International Youth Day 2025: Young People Driving Change in Laos
The Laotian Times
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August 12, 2025
UNFPA – International Youth Day 2025, observed annually on 12 August, is a time to acknowledge the vital role of young people in shaping better communities. The theme for this year—“Local Youth Actions for the SDGs and Beyond”—highlights how youth...
Laos aims to boost farming, cut imports
Xinhua News Agency
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VIENTIANE, Aug. 7 (Xinhua) -- Laos continues its efforts to boost agricultural production for domestic and export markets by improving access to capital for agricultural entrepreneurs, with the goal of reducing imports. The Lao Agribusiness...
Laos and China Finalize Draft Agreement on “One Door, One Time” Inspection at International Railway Checkpoint
Lao News Agency
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KPL Laos and China have reached a consensus on a draft agreement to implement a “One Door, One Time” inspection system at the Boten-Bohan international railway checkpoint, aiming to streamline cross-border passenger transit and further enhance...
Laos, Bangladesh establish foreign office consultations
Lao News Agency
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KPL A signing ceremony was held at the Embassy of Bangladesh to Laos, based in Hanoi, Vietnam, for a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on the establishment of Foreign Office Consultations (FOC) between the Ministries of Foreign Affairs of the Lao...
Another Bank of England rate cut this year less likely given inflation fears and split vote – as it happened
The Guardian
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August 7, 2025
Another UK rate cut this year no longer fully priced inThe chances of another cut to UK interest rates this year, to 3.75%, have fallen today, following the Bank of England’s warning that inflation will rise higher than expected this year. The...
Trade wars: Higher US tariffs take effect on dozens of economies
RTL Today
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August 7, 2025
President Trump has enacted sweeping new tariffs – ranging from 15% to 50% – on many countries in a renewed push to reshape global trade, sparking economic concerns, political tensions, and legal challenges. Higher US tariffs came into effect for...
SCB EIC Forecasts Varied Risks for CLMV Economies Amid Global Trade Pressures
Thailand Business News
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August 11, 2025
SCB EIC forecasts CLMV economic growth to decelerate to 5.1% in 2025, impacted by global trade risks, elevated U.S. tariffs, political instability, and competition from China’s low-cost imports. Vietnam is expected to drive growth, while Myanmar...
US Commerce initiates AD/CVD investigation on Indian, Indonesian and Laos solar cells
PV Tech
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August 11, 2025
According to the DoC statement, the dumping margin from each country is 123.04% for India, 94.36% for Indonesia and between 123.12-190.12% for Laos. The three countries have seen a stark increase in imports of solar cells from the US between 2022...
2025 Seongnam Trade Mission Strengthens Korea–Laos Economic Cooperation
Lao News Agency
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KPL The 2025 Seongnam Trade Mission, organized by KOTRA Vientiane in collaboration with the Korea Trade-Investment Promotion Agency, the Commercial Section of the Embassy of the Republic of Korea, Seongnam City, and the Seongnam Industry Promotion...
Will Trump's trade war widen Southeast Asia's wealth gap?
Deutsche Welle
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August 11, 2025
Many in Southeast Asia breathed a sigh of relief after the Donald Trump administration partially walked back its tariff threats. While Washington still imposed a series of trade penalties, Southeast Asian states managed to secure far lower levies...
Laos and Vietnam launch LamoPay to boost cross-border tourism
TravelDailyNews Asia-Pacific
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August 5, 2025
Laos and Vietnam launch LamoPay e-wallet to boost cross-border tourism, enhance digital trade, and support seamless payments for travellers and SMEs. Vientiane– A new chapter in Laos–Vietnam economic cooperation was marked with the official launch...
Laos Raises Public Awareness To Prevent Human Trafficking
MENAFN
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August 6, 2025
(MENAFN- IANS) Vientiane, Aug 6 (IANS) Laos has raised public awareness, especially among vulnerable groups, to prevent human trafficking.Laos' Ministry of Labour and Social Welfare held a campaign to commemorate the World Day Against Trafficking...
World : Top News Headlines In Laos, Myanmar, The Philippines, Singapore, Thailand & Vietnam: Aug 11, 2025
Bernama
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August 11, 2025
LAOS 1.JAPAN ASSISTS LAO UPGRADE ROADS -- VIENTIANE TIMES Japan has donated road and bridge maintenance equipment worth RM42 million (US$10 million) to Laos. The equipment was provided under the 2023 socio-economic development project to improve...
Cambodia's trade with RCEP countries hits nearly 23 bln USD in first 7 months of 2025
Xinhua News Agency
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PHNOM PENH, Aug. 11 (Xinhua) -- Cambodia's trade with the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) member countries reached 22.99 billion U.S. dollars in the first seven months of 2025, up 15.7 percent from 19.87 billion dollars over the...
Tourists Fined in Laos for Playing Cards at Train Station
FTN News
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August 11, 2025
Before packing a suitcase or booking a flight, many seasoned travellers advise learning about local customs and laws. While most heed this advice, some only grasp its importance after an unexpected incident. For one couple from Valencia, a...
Lao Asia Bloc Donates 1.1 billion LAK for Storm Wipha Relief
Lao News Agency
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KPL Lao Asia Economic Development and Investment Bloc Company has extended a generous donation of 1.1 billion LAK in financial assistance and essential relief supplies to support the Lao government’s response to recent natural disasters,...
Cover Story: Trump’s Tariff-by-Tweet Tactics are Pushing Global Trade Into Perpetual Uncertainty
Caixin
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President Donald Trump’s trade policy has shifted into a chaotic era, moving away from structured negotiations to a cycle of abrupt threats, shifting deadlines, and loosely defined agreements. This approach has left global commerce in a perpetual...
Mini Marathon Marks Laos’ National Constitution Day
Lao News Agency
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KPL A mini marathon featuring 5 km and 10 km races was held on Aug 10, at That Luang Esplanade to commemorate the 34th anniversary of National Constitution Day and raise funds for victims of natural disasters, including Typhoon Wipha. (KPL) A mini...
Beyond 100% tariffs: From risk to resilient trade
Business World
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August 10, 2025
The Executive Order issued on July 31 further modified the US reciprocal tariffs and imposed a more uniform tariff at 19% to 20% for six of the 10 ASEAN countries: the Philippines, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam, and Cambodia. Laos and...