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Laos foreign policy

The Land-Locked Thinking of Laotians

The Land-Locked Thinking of Laotians

By David Hutt
While the Lao government likes to talk about becoming "land-linked," the latest ISEAS-Yusof Ishak Institution survey reflects an inward-looking mentality.

Navigating Socialism, Security, and China in Laos-Vietnam Relations

Navigating Socialism, Security, and China in Laos-Vietnam Relations

By To Minh Son
Laos is important to China, but it is indispensable to Vietnam and its long-term security.
On China’s Doorstep, Laos Plays a Careful Game of Balancing

On China’s Doorstep, Laos Plays a Careful Game of Balancing

By Kearrin Sims
China's influence is growing in Laos, but the country's foreign relations present a more complex picture.

A New Cambodia-Laos Border Deal?

A New Cambodia-Laos Border Deal?

By Prashanth Parameswaran
A closer look at the opportunities and challenges presented by an agreement recently reached by the two sides.

Where Are Russia-Laos Military Ties?

Where Are Russia-Laos Military Ties?

By Prashanth Parameswaran
A look at defense relations between the two sides with the Russian defense minister’s visit.

What Did the Laos-Cambodia Security Meeting Achieve?

What Did the Laos-Cambodia Security Meeting Achieve?

By Prashanth Parameswaran
The interaction highlights ongoing efforts by both sides to manage contentious issues.

China Plays Up ASEAN Confucius Institute Presence With Laos Project

China Plays Up ASEAN Confucius Institute Presence With Laos Project

By Prashanth Parameswaran
A new project spotlights Beijing’s use of these institutions within broader ASEAN-China ties.
What Did Laos Leader’s Singapore Visit Achieve?

What Did Laos Leader’s Singapore Visit Achieve?

By Prashanth Parameswaran
Prime Minister Thongloun Sisoulith’s one-day trip was dominated by economic issues.

China Gifts Military Equipment to Laos

China Gifts Military Equipment to Laos

By Prashanth Parameswaran
Transfer of unspecified equipment typifies the defense relationship between the two countries.

Laos in the ASEAN Spotlight: Opportunities and Challenges

Laos in the ASEAN Spotlight: Opportunities and Challenges

By Prashanth Parameswaran
As regional meetings kick off, we need to keep the bigger picture of Vientiane’s chairmanship in mind.

Cambodia and Laos: Toward A New Era?

Cambodia and Laos: Toward A New Era?

By Luke Hunt
Recent signals suggest that there might be a new era of better ties between the two Southeast Asian states.
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