Reporting on the opening of the Cluster Munitions Review Conference, Vientiane Times says Laos is calling for tangible results in clearance and support for victims. Delegates are considering a Vientiane Capital Action Plan for 2027–2031. This edition does not treat that proposed plan as already adop
The latest FATF list located for this edition includes Lao PDR under increased monitoring. Its action plan covers supervision, financial intelligence, investigations, confiscation and targeted financial sanctions. FATF expressly states that increased monitoring does not itself call for enhanced due
The Laotian Times reports a VAT exemption for residential consumption of up to 300 kWh per month, beginning with the September 2026 billing cycle and continuing through December 2029. It reports that maintenance charges remain subject to VAT. However, the article is dated 11 September and cites an E
Singapore’s Ministry of Trade and Industry confirmed the signing of an Article 6 implementation agreement with Lao PDR on 4 September. It creates a framework for international carbon-credit transfers. The accompanying release says project authorisation procedures and eligible methodologies will be p
The Laotian Times reports a freeze on new work permits, labour import plans and LA-B2 approvals for Bangladeshi nationals through the end of 2026. Its report cites a 9 September directive and an exception for specified government-approved priority projects. The underlying directive has not been inde
