In Short : The Asian Development Bank forecasts 4.0% GDP growth for Lao PDR in 2024 and 2025, driven by tourism, transport, and logistics. However, challenges like high inflation—20% in 2024 and 7% in 2025—and unsustainable debt threaten economic stability. ADB stresses the need for structural reforms to address macroeconomic imbalances and ensure long-term growth. […]