Economic woes in Laos drive workers overseas

Many Lao workers are opting to work in other countries where they can earn more. - Vientiane Times/ANN

VIENTIANE: Continuing financial hardship is the main reason why skilled Lao workers are seeking jobs in other countries, even though the government raised the minimum wage last year in a bid to retain workers.

However, the rising cost of living and paltry wages mean that workers struggle to earn a living and make ends meet.