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Laos
December 28, 2022
Is Laos’ Prime Minister On His Way Out?
By David Hutt
Phankham Viphavanh, who took office in early 2021, may be on the way out -- hounded by scandal and a bad year for Laos’ economy.
December 23, 2020
Hydropower vs Heritage: Will Laos Lose Luang Prabang?
By Tom Fawthrop
Another Mekong dam project threatens to cost the former royal capital its UNESCO World Heritage status.
January 23, 2020
No New Thinking in Laos?
By David Hutt
In recent years, the regime has looked to be stuck in static thinking.
September 06, 2019
Are Laos’ Land-Linking Dreams a Risky Bet?
By Fabio Figiaconi
The Lao government aspires to gain centrality in the Greater Mekong Subregion via new infrastructure; but at what price?
July 10, 2019
The Only Way to End Corruption in Laos
By David Hutt
A true elimination of the problem will only come with broader political change in the country.
April 19, 2019
Laos Deports 3 Detained US Missionaries, Evangelical Group Claims
By Associated Press
U.S.-based group says three American volunteers who were detained for proselytizing have been freed and deported.
January 30, 2019
Can ASEAN Play a Greater Role in the Mekong Subregion?
By Shawn Ho and Kaewkamol Pitakdumrongkit
ASEAN should aim to be “central” in the Mekong subregion too.
July 13, 2018
How Worried Should Laos Be About Its Debt Problems?
By David Hutt
The issue poses significant challenges for the Southeast Asian state’s future trajectory.
March 29, 2018
Is Laos Really Getting Tough on Crime?
By David Hutt
Any attempt to evaluate the government's performance must recognize that the approach can cut both ways.
February 16, 2018
Why the Laos Wage Hike Debate Matters
By Erin Cook
A closer look at an important issue for one of the region's poorest countries.
December 28, 2017
Construction of Thailand-China Railway Finally Gets Underway
By Luke Hunt
Obstacles, particularly in Laos, persist.
October 12, 2017
5 Hidden Costs of the RCEP to People and Planet
By Sam Cossar-Gilbert
Trade negotiators are meeting next week in South Korea to discuss the RCEP, which could impact billions of lives.
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