The value of import and export (excluding electricity) of Lao PDR in October 2024 reached USD 1,227.

The main export category
The total export value was approximately USD 592 million, increased by 30% compared to September. The main value exports included: USD 71 million in electrical appliances and equipment, USD 70 million in potassium salt, USD 56 million gold bars, USD 56 million in rubber, USD 38 million in paper and paper products, USD 32 million in copper ore, USD 26 million in wood pulp and waste paper, USD 23 million in clothing and USD 5 million in cassava.  

The main import category
The total import value was approximately USD 635 million, increased by 4.3% compared to September. The main value imports included: USD 74 million in diesel, USD 64 million in land vehicles (except motorcycles, tractors), USD 55 million in mechanical equipment (except vehicle mechanics), USD 46 million in finished chemical products, USD 29 million in steel products, USD 27 million in wood pulp and paper waste, USD 22 million in plastic products, USD 15 million in beverages (water, carbonated drinks, energy drinks...), USD 15 million in gasoline and USD 14 million in electrical appliances and equipment.  

The five main exporting countries of Lao PDR
China (USD 208 million), Vietnam (USD 145 million), Thailand (USD 116 million), USA (USD 33 million), and Australia (USD 30 million).

The five main importing countries of the Lao PDR
Thailand (USD 254 million), China (USD 230 million), Vietnam (USD 59 million), USA (USD 20 million), and Japan (USD 15 million).

The value of import and export of Lao PDR for October 2024 does not include electricity. We will show when it is available.

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