BCEL Secures Asian Award for Tech Innovation, Highlighting Laos' Digital Push
Laos' leading commercial bank, BCEL, has won the 'Technology Innovation of the Year' at the Asian Innovation Excellence Awards 2026. This achievement marks a significant step for Laos' digital finance sector, underscoring the importance of digital transformation for economic growth and national development.
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