Lao Govt Tackles Labour Shortage Amidst Overseas Job Exodus
Laos faces a chronic labor shortage as businesses struggle to recruit workers, with thousands opting for overseas jobs offering better wages and living conditions. The government is implementing measures to enhance domestic employment attractiveness through improved working conditions and job placement services.
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