Singapore offers support to unlock Laos’ potential

AT an official visit to Laos, Singapore’s Foreign Minister Vivian Balakrishnan expressed optimism about the country’s economic potential, emphasising that with the right infrastructure and policy frameworks in place, it can thrive despite its fiscal difficulties.

Speaking to reporters on Saturday, he said Singapore can work closely with Laos to maximise its economic potential through education and training, as well as provide assistance to help it plug into the global markets, including in the sale of carbon credits.