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Laos politics
June 23, 2022
In Laos, Prime Minister Phankham Viphavanh Is In Trouble
By David Hutt
Since he took the reins last year, the country's economy has entered a downward economic spiral with no clear end in sight.
February 19, 2021
Laos’ Pointless Election
By Mu Sochua
The country votes in tightly-controlled elections this weekend – but don't expect anything much to change.
January 18, 2021
In Laos, Reform Hopes Peter Out Into Business as Usual
By David Hutt
The Lao communist party's newly selected General Secretary Thongloun Sisoulith once promised change. Now he sits atop a closed and sclerotic system.
October 22, 2020
Thai Protests Inspire Online Calls for Change Next Door in Laos
By Sebastian Strangio
Thailand's social media-driven demonstrations have resonated on the far side of the Mekong River.
June 04, 2020
An Uncertain Future for Laos
By David Hutt
Laos’ quinquennial National Party Congress is coming up in 2021, but the prospects for meaningful change look slimmer and slimmer.
January 23, 2020
No New Thinking in Laos?
By David Hutt
In recent years, the regime has looked to be stuck in static thinking.
May 16, 2018
Is Laos Really Launching a New Corruption Crackdown?
By David Hutt
A closer look at the developments underway and their significance.
May 08, 2018
'Visit Laos Year 2018': A Real Boost for the Tourism Industry?
By Tae-jun Kang
Efforts are underway, but it remains an uphill task.
May 03, 2017
What Did Laos Leader’s Singapore Visit Achieve?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Prime Minister Thongloun Sisoulith’s one-day trip was dominated by economic issues.
September 28, 2016
Laos: Reform or Revolution
By David Hutt
What is the likelihood that political change will come to Laos?
May 02, 2016
Vietnam, Laos Tackle South China Sea, Mekong in Bilateral Meeting
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Both sides address regional issues during the Lao president’s first overseas trip.
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