The value of import and export of Lao PDR in August 2024 reached USD 1,211 million.
The main export category
The total export value was approximately USD 541 million, increased by 1.4% compared to July 2024. The main value exports included: USD 94 million in electric equipment, USD 57 million in mixed gold, USD 38 million in rubber, USD 38 million in paper, USD 36 million in copper ore, USD 25 million in wood shaving, USD 11 million in sugar, USD 11 million in salt, USD 8 million in cassava flour and USD 5 million in cassava.
The main import category
The total import value was approximately USD 670 million, decreased by 2.4% compared to July 2024. The main value imports included: USD 66 million in diesel, USD 59 million in Mechanical equipment, USD 53 million in land vehicles, USD 48 million in finished chemical products, USD 32 million in electrical appliances, USD 27 million in steel, USD 26 million in plastic products, USD 23 million in vehicle spare parts USD 19 million in gasoline, and USD 19 million beverage.
The five main exporting countries of Lao PDR
Vietnam (USD 168 million), China (USD 145 million), Thailand (USD 96 million), USA (USD 32 million), and Switzerland (USD 27 million).
The five main importing countries of the Lao PDR
Thailand (USD 254 million), China (USD 145 million), Vietnam (USD 69 million), USA (USD 26 million), and Japan (USD 12 million).
The value of import and export of Lao PDR for August 2024 does not include electricity. We will show when it is available.
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