About ECCIL: The main purpose of ECCIL is to represent the European business community in Laos and to advocate interests of members in Lao PDR. Its principal objective is to promote and increase business between Lao PDR and the European States for their mutual benefit and for the benefit of its members. Objectives: The […]
Are you seeking to safeguard your intellectual property rights (IPRs) while operating or expanding your business to South-East Asia (SEA)? The South-East Asia IP SME Helpdesk is available to offer assistance. The consultation service provided by the South-East Asia IP SME Helpdesk is tailored to meet the unique needs of each EU SME it collaborates […]
The production and exportation of highly valuable wood products derived from effectively managed forests and plantations constitute a pivotal driver of economic advancement in Laos. The growing demand for timber products in Europe presents lucrative opportunities, especially for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). In order to promote exports and stimulate the growth of the Lao […]
On November 7, our Deputy Executive Director, Enrico Bargnani, and External Relations Officer, Phoutong Sorinxay, had the privilege of meeting with Mr. Bounyavath NIRAXAY, Deputy Director General at the Ministry of Public Works and Transport, along with his team. This meeting was a crucial component of EuroCham Laos’ advocacy efforts within the Trade and Logistics […]
The government is collaborating with established private companies to develop a modern registration system and an import-export database that will enhance the management of importers and exporters. The Minister of Industry and Commerce, Mr Malaythong Kommasith, stated that this initiative aims to address inflation and the weak currency. The flow of foreign currency will be […]
The DFDL Lao Tax Forum returns with a special guest from the . We are delighted to invite you to the DFDL Lao Tax Forum in collaboration with the Tax Department on 30 November 2023 at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, in Vientiane, Lao PDR, from 8:30 am to 12 pm followed by buffet lunch. Keeping […]
The coffee sector in Laos is working on implementing a five-year export roadmap for 2021-25, and stakeholders recently gathered for a workshop in Vientiane to assess the progress. The workshop, organized by the Department of Trade Promotion and assisted by the International Trade Center (ITC) under the EU-funded ARISE Plus project, aimed to address challenges […]
On October 12, our Deputy Executive Director, Mr. Enrico Bargnani, and our External Relations Officer, Mr. Phoutong Sorinxay, had the privilege of meeting with Dr. ThongLith LuangKhot, Deputy Director General of the Department of Heritage, and Mr. Paxa Nyordsavanh, Deputy-Head of the World Heritage Management Division representing the Ministry of Information, Culture, and Tourism of […]
The Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) Promotion Fund of the Laos government has allocated 152 billion kip to provide long-term low-interest loans for SMEs through commercial banks. The financing will be offered by Lao Development Bank, Sacombank Lao, LaoVietBank, Maruhan Japan Bank Laos, Vietinbank Lao, and Banque pour le Commerce Exterieur Lao Public (BCEL). Agreements […]
A recent Asean meeting in Laos discussed the direction of the intellectual property (IP) plan for the next 10 years (2026-2035). The meeting, hosted by Laos’ Ministry of Industry and Commerce, the Asean Secretariat, and the World Intellectual Property Organisation (WIPO), brought together member states, IP experts, and stakeholders to examine the current state, challenges, […]