Tag: Laos
Laos’ Hydropower Boom Comes at a High Environmental Cost
Laos’ aggressive hydropower expansion is fueling economic growth but at the expense of river ecosystems and indigenous peoples. New environmental regulations face enforcement challenges.
Laos Debt Crisis Triggers Regional Aid Response
Laos’ mounting debt forces the country to seek regional bailout assistance, with ASEAN and China stepping in amid growing financial strain.
New China-Laos-Thailand train builds efficiency for China and Asean trade
BEIJING: The China-Laos Railway’s extension, the round-trip China-Laos-Thailand train, was successfully launched.
Trade between China and Asean members is anticipated to gain new momentum thanks...