Top state inspector in Laos calls for tough action amid mounting corruption


Khamphan Phommathat chairs a national inspection meeting. - Photo-KPL News Agency

VIENTIANE: A top state inspector has called for tougher action against corruption after investigations revealed financial losses of over 662 billion kip in 2024.

Authorities attending the 2024 National Inspection meeting on Feb 3 reported that 208 individuals were implicated in corruption cases, with 40 people prosecuted, 39 detained, and 168 administratively disciplined, including two foreigners.

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