Lao govt sets course for sustained economic growth, tackles key challenges


VIENTIANE: The government has approved key priorities and action plans to address economic challenges and drive growth, following strong performance in the first half of 2025.

Chaired by Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone (pic), the cabinet meeting with provincial governors and representatives from key state bodies noted that the economy grew by 4.5 per cent in the first half of 2025.

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