Laos Faces Economic Challenges Amidst Relations with China, Vietnam and Domestic Development
Laos faces dual challenges of economic growth and infrastructure development while maintaining relations with China and Vietnam. In particular, relations with China and Vietnam increase economic dependence, while the sustainability of the domestic economy is questioned.
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