Lao Workers Flock Overseas, Leaving Domestic Jobs Vacant
The vast majority of registered job seekers in Laos are looking for employment abroad, even as domestic businesses face significant labor shortages. Low wages and rising living costs are driving Lao workers to seek higher pay and better opportunities overseas.
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