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Economic Update
Lao Economic Monitor, May 2025 - Weathering Risks
https://www.worldbank.org/en/country/lao/publication/lao-economic-monitor-may-2025-weathering-risks-key-findings

The Lao economy grew by 4.1% in 2024 but inflation continues to erode household purchasing power.

Key Findings

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Survey Results
Household Monitoring Round 10
https://www.worldbank.org/en/country/lao/brief/monitoring-the-impact-of-covid-19-in-lao-pdr
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IFC
Attracting Investment with a Stronger Business Environment
https://www.ifc.org/en/pressroom/2025/ifc-and-lao-government-partner-to-facilitate-private-investment-strengthen-busines
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LAO

BY NUMBERS: LAOS

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OVERVIEW:
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THE LATEST FROM LAOS

News and stories from the World Bank Group in Laos

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More Research & Publications
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Lao PDR Economic Monitor
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Lao PDR Economic Monitor
Economic Updates
The Lao Economic Monitor is published twice yearly by the World Bank Office in the Lao PDR, with each report including a special thematic section on a current issue.
https://www.worldbank.org/en/country/lao/publication/lao-pdr-economic-updates
Read Full Report
https://www.worldbank.org/en/country/lao/publication/lao-economic-monitor-may-2025-weathering-risks-key-findings
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Household Monitoring Surveys
https://www.worldbank.org/en/country/lao/brief/monitoring-the-impact-of-covid-19-in-lao-pdr
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Policy Note
https://www.worldbank.org/en/country/lao/publication/policy-notes-on-food-inflation-and-child-malnutrition-in-the-lao-pdr
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Public Expenditure Review
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Country Leadership

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Mariam J. Sherman
https://www.worldbank.org/en/about/people/m/mariam-sherman
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Division Director for Viet Nam, Cambodia and the Lao PDR
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Khwima Nthara
https://www.worldbank.org/en/about/people/k/khwima-nthara
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Country Manager for the Lao PDR
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Xieng Ngeun Village, Chao Fa Ngum Road, Vientiane, Lao PDR

Tel: (+856-21) 266 200

Email: laos@worldbank.org

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