Laos: Exiguous Evidence of Economic Reform and Development

Abstract

There were relatively few surprising or significant developments in Laos during 2003, although various events served to underline the rather unique character and specific challenges that confront one of Southeast Asia's least developed countries. And although the gradual pace at which events tend to occur in Laos did not accelerate in 2003, there were some interesting twists and turns to be observed during the year.