AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoCyber Crackdown: Laos’ Public Security Minister inspected anti-cybercrime and online gambling operations in Vientiane, where raids in Lakhin and Houayhom villages led to two arrests and the seizure of laptops, SIM cards, SIM boxes and related equipment. Tourism Push: A Lao delegation joined ITE 2026 in Ho Chi Minh City for B2B meetings to expand new tourism markets, while Laos also backed regional tourism cooperation through ACMECS and CLMV/“One Journey, Three Destinations” style efforts. Cluster Munitions Meeting: Laos says it is ready to host the CCM Third Meeting of States Parties in Vientiane on Sept 13–18, aiming to boost international support for UXO clearance. Foreign Borrowing Tightened: Laos issued new Bank of Laos rules requiring central bank approval for certain foreign loans and limits based on borrowers’ currency income, with penalties for unauthorized borrowing. Water Supply Pressure: Vientiane’s water enterprise reported strong first-half profits but still faces a daily supply gap; new plants are planned to add capacity by 2028. Sinkhole Compensation: Vientiane set aside LAK 147.93 billion for residents affected by potash-linked ground subsidence in Thongmang village.
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