New telecom fee to strengthen online security, clarifies Lao govt


VIENTIANE: The Ministry of Technology and Communications says a newly implemented telecommunication fee will be used to strengthen digital infrastructure and improve cybersecurity in Laos.

The clarification comes amid growing public concern over the monthly deduction of 3,000 kip from mobile phone users’ accounts and 5,000 kip from internet users, introduced earlier this year.

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