Australia’s deepening ties with Laos highlights increased scope for investment


AustCham Lao Board Member and President of AustCham Asean, Brendon Bangma (second from left), meets with Anoulack Chanthivong (third from left), Lao-born NSW Minister for Industry and Trade.

VIENTIANE: Australia and Laos elevated their relationship to a Comprehensive Partnership this week at the Asean-Australia Special Summit, marking a historic milestone in relations between the two countries.

At the same time the Australian Government announced an AU$2 billion fund to boost Australian trade and investment in South-East Asia.

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