PHNOM PENH, Oct 8 (Bernama) -- Laos will ban exports of raw minerals by 2030, marking a decisive shift away from its longstanding reliance on unprocessed mineral resources as the nation prepares to graduate from least developed country (LDC) status in November.
World : Laos To Ban Raw Mineral Exports By 2030 As It Retools Economy After LDC Status
Laos, minerals, LDC, economy,Asia-Pacific
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Laos plans to ban raw mineral exports by 2030 to restructure its economy as it moves beyond LDC status.
- Laos aims to shift from exporting raw minerals to processing them domestically.
- The move is part of efforts to diversify the economy and attract investment.
- Challenges include high transport costs, power shortages, and weak supply chains.
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